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Zelensky's Allies Linked to $100M Ukraine Corruption Scandal

11/13/2025

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A major corruption scandal in Ukraine implicates close associates of President Volodymyr Zelensky, centered on a $100 million energy embezzlement scheme.
Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko and others are accused of orchestrating the scheme and taking kickbacks from contractors.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) reported a systematic pattern of bribes and money laundering tied to former officials.
Resignations followed, and European partners expressed alarm over Zelensky's anti-corruption reforms.

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Story summary

A major corruption scandal in Ukraine implicates close associates of President Volodymyr Zelensky, centered on a $100 million energy embezzlement scheme.
Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko and others are accused of orchestrating the scheme and taking kickbacks from contractors.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) reported a systematic pattern of bribes and money laundering tied to former officials.
Resignations followed, and European partners expressed alarm over Zelensky's anti-corruption reforms.