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Five Detained in $100M Ukraine Kickback Scandal

11/13/2025

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Five individuals were detained by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) in a $100 million Energoatom kickback scheme.
Tymur Mindich, a former business partner of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is among those detained.
Investigators allege contractors paid kickbacks for protection contracts amid Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
Zelenskyy supports investigations and accountability for corrupt officials.
The scandal raises outrage and scrutiny of Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts, crucial for Western support and EU membership.

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Story summary

Five individuals were detained by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) in a $100 million Energoatom kickback scheme.
Tymur Mindich, a former business partner of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is among those detained.
Investigators allege contractors paid kickbacks for protection contracts amid Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
Zelenskyy supports investigations and accountability for corrupt officials.
The scandal raises outrage and scrutiny of Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts, crucial for Western support and EU membership.