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Ukraine Files Charges in Energoatom Corruption Probe as NABU Names Mindich Alleged Ringleader

Investigators say roughly $100 million was laundered through schemes linked to the state nuclear operator.

Overview

  • Ukraine’s anti-corruption bodies charged seven suspects and detained five in the Energoatom case, citing an organized group operating in the energy sector.
  • NABU identified businessman Timur Mindich as the organization’s leader, saying he directed a Kyiv cash ‘laundromat’ and managed payouts and influence over officials.
  • Mindich has reportedly left Ukraine for Israel using an Israeli passport, with a Rada member and Ukrainian journalists saying he is in Tel Aviv.
  • The Justice Ministry confirmed investigative actions involving Minister Herman Galushchenko, who is refraining from public comment pending procedural steps.
  • NABU’s detective chief said materials reference four current or former ministers and indicate two leaders, and the bureau released photos of seized cash and audio fragments from the probe.