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Corruption
Ukraine Defense Minister’s Future in Doubt Once Again, Zelensky Mulling Replacement
Oleksiy Reznikov finds himself in a precarious position for the second time this year, this time in the wake of a scandal involving the purchase of military jackets from Turkey.
Aug. 31, 2023
Corruption
EXPLAINED: Why Winter Jackets Have Sparked Another Corruption Scandal in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Defense Ministry is in the throes of another procurement scandal, as 233,000 winter jackets were bought from Turkey for $20 million, only to see the price surge during transport to Ukraine.
Aug. 28, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Why One of Ukraine’s Shadiest Political Operators Has Eluded Sanctions
Andriy Portnov, former head of the Main Directorate for the Judicial System under the ousted president Viktor Yanukovych, left Ukraine last year. But rumors about his continued influence persist.
Aug. 27, 2023
Ukraine
Porn Is Illegal in Ukraine But That Might Be About to Change
Supporters of decriminalization say the current law is so vague that a person could technically spend years in prison either for sending or receiving a naked photo.
Aug. 17, 2023
Kyiv
Frontline Soldiers Outraged Over Embezzlement and Draft-Dodging Charges Among Officials
Ukraine’s military commissariats are reeling from allegations of corruption and officials evading military service. The charges risk deflating the morale of soldiers on the front lines.
Aug. 14, 2023
War in Ukraine
Zelensky to Sack All ‘Military Commissars’ Because of ‘Cynicism and Graft’
In a sweeping overhaul, all regional heads of military commissariats will be dismissed, to be replaced by those who have served on the front lines or are no longer able to serve in active combat.
Aug. 11, 2023
Ukraine
Mayor Accused of Embezzlement – Resigns, Goes AWOL and Hides in Romania
Ukrainian authorities are investigating the escape of Viktor Medvyd, who’s suspected of embezzling $60,000 of local funds and fleeing the country.
Aug. 10, 2023
US
ANALYSIS: The Russia-Serbia Nexus – EU Has to Step Up and Do its Part
“The West must do a better job of imposing costs on destructive Balkan actors. But to do so effectively, the West must act as one.”
July 25, 2023
Russian Agents Activate 76 Starlink Terminals in Kyiv, SBU Says
Russia recruited unemployed Kyiv residents via Telegram, asking them to help FSB access satellite terminals to guide missile and drone strikes.
July 24, 2026
