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Ukraine Suspends Justice Minister in Energoatom Kickbacks Probe

The move follows raids in a 15‑month anti‑corruption investigation that alleges a $100 million scheme tied to nuclear‑sector contracts.

Overview

  • Anti‑corruption agencies NABU and SAPO say suppliers to state nuclear operator Energoatom were forced to pay 10–15% to keep contracts, with about $100 million laundered.
  • SAPO opened an internal inquiry into a suspected leak that reportedly allowed alleged organizer Timur Mindich, a longtime associate of President Zelensky, to leave Ukraine.
  • Roughly 70 searches were carried out under operation Mida after a 15‑month probe, and Energoatom confirmed it was searched and is cooperating.
  • Il Post reports eight suspects have been charged, five arrested, two fled the country, and one remains unaccounted for.
  • The government dissolved Energoatom’s supervisory board and ordered an internal review as investigators examine possible high‑level interference.