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The landscape of Ukraine's legal news is dominated by a series of high-profile cases involving various suspects. As of 2026, numerous notices of suspicion have been served, with cases ranging from corruption to terror-related activities. In Rivne Oblast, a serviceman was detained after opening fire on TRC personnel, while in a significant anti-corruption drive, Mykola Solskyi was implicated in a grain scheme. The roles of public figures like Yuliia Tymoshenko in legislative scandals have also come under scrutiny, as has suspected militarization led by Andrii Omelchuk. These stories highlight the persistent legal challenges and efforts to uphold the rule of law and integrity in Ukraine.

What is a notice of suspicion in the Ukrainian legal system?

A notice of suspicion is an official document issued by prosecutors or law enforcement agencies in Ukraine, informing a person that they are being formally investigated for potential involvement in criminal activities. It marks the first step in criminal proceedings, allowing the individual to prepare for trial and defense.

How does the Ukrainian legal system handle cases of corruption?

Corruption cases in Ukraine are primarily dealt with by specialized bodies like the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO). These agencies investigate, gather evidence, and prosecute individuals involved in corruption, ensuring transparency and accountability.

What is the role of the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO)?

SAPO is responsible for overseeing corruption-related prosecutions in Ukraine. It works closely with investigative bodies like NABU to ensure that legal proceedings are conducted fairly against individuals accused of corruption, from notification to trial.

What legal actions have been taken against suspects in 2026 in Ukraine?

In 2026, various legal actions, including notifications of suspicion, trials, and investigations, have been initiated against suspects involved in corruption, illegal privatization, and other criminal offenses. Notable cases include actions against public figures and international collaborators.

What is the significance of the Rivne Oblast shooting incident?

The shooting incident in Rivne Oblast is significant as it highlights the challenges faced by Ukraine in maintaining security and order. It involved a serviceman opening fire on recruitment and police personnel, stressing the importance of stringent control measures in military and law enforcement sectors.

How does Ukraine address cases of suspected terrorism?

Ukraine addresses suspected terrorism through its law enforcement and security agencies, which investigate and prosecute individuals involved in terrorism-related activities. These steps are part of broader efforts to prevent violence and ensure national security.

What are the legal consequences for Ukrainian officials involved in corruption?

Ukrainian officials involved in corruption face legal consequences including criminal charges, trials, and potential imprisonment. These actions are part of efforts by specialized anti-corruption agencies to enforce accountability and deter public misconduct.

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Presidential Adviser Dmytro Lytvyn Zelenskyy’s Office makes first statement on Yermak suspicion The Office of the President has made its first statement on the suspicion notice served on Yermak. 21 776 54 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

Lviv region prosecutor served with suspicion notice after fatal crash Hit two children at crosswalk: prosecutor who caused fatal crash in Lviv region served with notice of suspicion A prosecutor of the Sheptytskyi District Prosecutor’s Office, who on February 24 caused a traffic accident in the Lviv region in which a 14-year-old girl was killed and her 10-year-old brother was injured, has been served with a notice of suspicion. 3 803 29

київ,поліклініка Death of people near shelter in Kyiv: suspicion was reported to three RMA officials and guard of medical facility According to the procedural guidance of the Desniansky district prosecutor’s office of the city of Kyiv, four persons detained as part of the investigation of the tragic consequences due to the denial of citizens to the shelter were notified of suspicion. 2 130 28 Society

поліція,детектор,отрута For several months, he poisoned his common-law wife for her money and car - Kyiv law enforcement detained 67-year-old man The man had been living with the woman for about 20 years, during which the last three months he had been poisoning her with chemicals by putting them in her food and drink. He was served a notice of suspicion on the premeditated murder of his common-law wife and illegal seizure of a car 10 830 27

Serhii Zviahintsev SAPO serves notice of suspicion to Head of the Customs Service Zviahintsev for non-declaration of property worth over $100 thousand The Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has served a notice of suspicion to the acting head of the State Customs Service of Ukraine, Serhii Zviahintsev, of intentionally entering knowingly false information in declarations. 2 425 27

Yermak’s lawyer commented on the charges: what is known? Allegations against Yermak are baseless, this whole situation has been provoked by public pressure, - lawyer Fomin Andrii Yermak's lawyer, Ihor Fomin, considers the charges against the former head of the President's Office to be unfounded. 4 617 55 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

пацкан NABU and SAPO informed head of Accounting Chamber, Patskan, about suspicion of illegally receiving compensation for housing rent The National Anti-corruption Bureau and the Specialized Anti-corruption Prosecutor’s Office informed the former People’s Deputy, head of the Accounting Chamber Valery Patskan of suspicion of illegally receiving compensation for renting an apartment in Kyiv in 2017-2018. 7 767 26 Ukrainian Politics

Nazarii Husakov charged with fraud related to fundraising Nazarii Husakov charged with defrauding donors of over 1.3 million hryvnias – Office of Prosecutor General Law enforcement officials have charged 31-year-old Nazarii Husakov with fraud related to charitable fundraising for treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The Lviv resident defrauded donors of over 1.3 million hryvnias. 5 234 26 Previously in trend: Case of Nazarii Husakov

SSU and National Police expose rector of UOC-MP church who privatised church in Kyiv region UOC-MP cleric exposed for "privatizing" church and property worth over UAH 7 million in Kyiv region – SSU The Security Service and the National Police exposed a cleric of the UOC-MP on the illegal alienation of a church in the Kyiv region. 5 331 26 Previously in trend: Detention of UOC-MP clerics

Media identify Yermak’s alleged "fortune teller" Yermak’s "fortune teller" Anikiievich visited occupied Crimea, and her father is Russian citizen – media "Veronika Feng Shui Office", with whom, according to the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO), Andriy Yermak coordinated appointments, is Veronika Anikiievich. 6 646 54 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

Andrii Yermak in court on 12 May European Commission on allegations against Yermak: Anti-corruption bodies in Ukraine are doing their job; we are monitoring situation The European Commission has responded to the charges filed by NABU and the SAPO against former Head of the Presidential Office Andrii Yermak and emphasized the importance of the fight against corruption. 1 695 39 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

На Дніпропетровщині ДБР викрило масштабну оборудку під час закупівлі одягу для військових Low-quality clothing for AFU worth UAH 200 million was purchased: Large-scale fraud was uncovered in Dnipropetrovsk region - SBI The State Bureau of Investigation served a notice of suspicion to the commander of a military unit in Dnipropetrovsk region and the head of a private company who organised the purchase of low-quality clothing for military personnel worth UAH 200 million. 5 801 25

Shooting at TCR staff in Rivne region: suspect charged In Rivne region, soldier has been charged with attempted murder of TCR personnel and police officers. PHOTOS Under the procedural supervision of the Rivne Specialised Prosecutor’s Office for Defence in the Western Region, a 48-year-old serviceman of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has been charged with shooting at TCR staff and a police officer. 2 874 46 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR attempted murder

майдан,небесна,сотня,богачук During year, 27 persons were notified of suspicion in "Maidan cases", 25 indictments against 55 persons were sent to courts Despite challenges related to military aggression, during the year, under the procedural guidance of prosecutors of the specialized Department of the Prosecutor General’s Office, suspicion was reported to 27 persons, of whom at the time of the crimes they were charged with: 2 high-ranking officials, 17 law enforcement officers, including 2 prosecutors and 1 investigator , 1 judge, 7 civilians. 600 24 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

How many MPs have been charged? Klymenko responded 41 MPs of current convocation received suspicion from SAPO, - Klymenko 41 MPs of the 9th convocation of the Verkhovna Rada have received suspicion notices from the SAPO. 2 879 24 Previously in trend: Suspicions of deputies Results of NABU and SAPO operations

NABU During full-scale invasion, NABU has served 46 notices of suspicion to MPs During Russia’s full-scale invasion from 2022 to 2025, detectives of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) served 46 notices of suspicion to Ukrainian members of parliament, including 35 MPs of the 9th convocation. 1 791 23 Previously in trend: Suspicions of deputies

Під виглядом волонтерів переправив за кордон 74 ухилянтів Under guise of volunteers, he smuggled 74 draft dodgers abroad: village council deputy will be tried in Ternopil region A pre-trial investigation has been completed against a deputy of a village council in Ternopil region who organized an illegal scheme to smuggle persons who were subject to mobilization across the state border of Ukraine. The suspect faces up to seven years in prison. 4 002 22

наумов The SBI has served a notice of suspicion to former SSU General Naumov. Assets worth almost UAH 33 million were found in his possession The State Bureau of Investigation has served a notice of suspicion of illicit enrichment on the former head of the SSU’s Main Internal Security Department of Ukraine. 2 846 22 Incidents

Kormyshkina’s case Case of "servant of people" Kormyshkina on illegal enrichment: MP’s husband is suspected In the case of illegal enrichment of Ukrainian MP Iryna Kormyshkina, another person has been served with a notice of suspicion - her husband. This was reported by the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, Censor.NET informs. 14 126 22

money 280 senior officials accused in corruption cases stood trial in 2025 – SAPO In 2025, 124 indictments involving 280 people were sent to court, including senior officials, judges, prosecutors, heads of state-owned enterprises, and MPs. The total amount of established losses to the state exceeds UAH 21.5 billion. 880 22 Previously in trend: cases of illicit enrichment

Виробнику Ланцетів Захарову повідомлено про підозру Designer of Russian kamikaze drones "Lancet" Zakharov was notified of suspicion - SSU Oleksandr Zakharov, the owner and chief designer of the Russian company ZALA Aero Group, which manufactures UAVs for the war against Ukraine, was informed of the suspicion. 3 392 21

Kirkorov served with notice of suspicion by SBU for supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine Pro-Putin singer Kirkorov served with notice of suspicion over concerts in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories Russian singer and Putin supporter Philipp Kirkorov has been served with a notice of suspicion by Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) for supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine and performing systematically in the temporarily occupied territories before Russian troops. 2 507 21 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Kirkorov

Trukhanov Former Odesa mayor Trukhanov served with notice of suspicion – media Law enforcement officers have served a notice of suspicion to former Odesa mayor Hennadii Trukhanov and two of his deputies for official negligence. 4 763 21 Previously in trend: Bad weather in Odesa Notice of suspicion for Trukhanov

Employees of Ukrzaliznytsia suspected of laundering millions of hryvnias on tickets abroad Large-scale scheme of "extortion" on international tickets organised: officials of "Ukrzaliznytsia" were served notice of suspicion Law enforcement officers served suspicion notices to "Ukrzaliznytsia" officials who earned millions on international tickets. For each flight, the train manager had to bring in a "cash register" - from 2000 hryvnias from the route within Ukraine and from 2000 to 5000 euros from the most popular foreign connections. 6 664 20

олександр,валерійович,маріковський "Servant of People" Marikovskyi is suspected of false declaration of cryptocurrency worth almost UAH 25 million The SAPO served a notice of suspicion to Oleksandr Marikovskyi, People’s Deputy from the Servant of the People party, of deliberately entering knowingly false information in the declaration. 2 388 20 Ukrainian Politics

сбу "Chairman of LPR" Pasichnyk and 8 other organizers of pseudo-referendums were declared suspicious, - SSU The Security Service of Ukraine continues to document the illegal actions of the organizers and participants of the fake manifestation of will in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. 2 265 20 Previously in trend: War

Повідомлено про підозру власнику будівлі, за вказівкою якого було знесено садибу Зеленських Owner of building, on whose instructions Zelensky estate was demolished, was served with notice of suspicion Law enforcement officers served a notice of suspicion to the 32-year-old owner of the building, who ordered the demolition of the Zelensky estate, a historic building dating back to the late nineteenth century, on Oleksandr Konysky Street in Kyiv. 8 823 19

Yermak SAPO never announces notices of suspicion, including for Yermak. It violates presumption of innocence – Klymenko Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) Oleksandr Klymenko denied reports about an allegedly prepared notice of suspicion for Andriy Yermak, former head of the President’s Office. 2 943 19 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

Ексрегіонала Макеєнка підозрюють в несплаті 71 мільйона гривень податків Former regional deputy Makeyenko is suspected of tax evasion over UAH 71 million Law enforcers served a notice of suspicion to Volodymyr Makeenko, a former MP of several convocations and former deputy head of the banned Party of Regions faction, in a case of tax evasion of UAH 71 million. 3 405 19

стрілянина в готелі в Києві Shooting in hotel in Pechersk: resident of Vasylkiv served notice of suspicion of premeditated murder - Prosecutor General’s Office Under the procedural supervision of the Pechersk District Prosecutor's Office of Kyiv, two residents of Dnipro and Vasylkiv were served a notice of suspicion of hooliganism committed by a group of persons with the use of firearms (Part 2, 4 Article 296 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). In addition, a resident of Vasylkiv was also served a notice of suspicion of premeditated murder (Article 115(1) of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). 8 935 19

пивоварський Any accusations of a criminal offense are absolutely far-fetched and groundless, - Pyvovarskyi on received suspicion Former Infrastructure Minister Andriy Pyvovarskyi, who was served with a suspicion of causing $30 million in damage to state on February 22, commented on this. 5 722 19 Ukrainian Politics

гольдарб SSU: Medvedchuk’s associate Holdarb, who headed banned pro-Russian party, served suspicion notice The Security Service of Ukraine has served a notice of suspicion to Maksym Holdarb, a former host of Medvedchuk’s TV channels and leader of the Union of Left Forces political party banned in Ukraine. 3 015 18 Previously in trend: War

US imposes sanctions on Kremlin’s propaganda machine Russian propagandist Kiselev served with new notice of suspicion on four counts – SSU The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has documented new crimes committed by Russian propagandist Dmitry Kiselev and formally served him in absentia with an additional notice of suspicion. 1 668 18

Затримання Кропачова SBI provides details on detention of businessman Kropachov: Fraud in coal sector caused UAH 2 billion damage to state The SBI confirmed that SBI officers, in close cooperation with the National Police, detained businessman Vitalii Kropachov, the actual owner of Krasnolimanske LLC, a member of the Ukrdoninvest group of companies. 4 024 18 Incidents

Shot a soldier and his relative: Kyiv region police report suspect Gunman who killed soldier and his relative in Sofiivska Borshchahivka taken into custody, firearm seized Law enforcement officers have served a notice of suspicion to a 63-year-old man who shot and killed a serviceman and his mother-in-law on May 8 in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, Bucha district. 5 400 18

Yermak comments on NABU’s charges: what is known? Yermak on NABU’s charges: Law enforcement were under pressure Andrii Yermak, the former head of the President’s Office, attributes the notification of suspicion issued to him by NABU to "public pressure on law enforcement agencies". 5 490 50 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak Dynasty construction

NABU Between 2022 and 2024, law enforcement officers served suspicion notices to 41 MPs - NABU In the period from 2022 to 2024, law enforcement officers served suspicion notices to 41 current and former MPs. 1 265 18 Previously in trend: Suspicions of deputies

львів Lviv resident who corrected enemy missile strike in city has been reported - Prosecutor General's Office Under the procedural guidance of the Lviv Regional Prosecutor's Office, a resident of Lviv was suspected and reported of treason committed under martial law. 6 087 18 Previously in trend: War

Serviceman detained after shooting in Rivne Oblast Serviceman detained after opening fire on TRC personnel and police officer in Rivne Oblast In Rivne Oblast, law enforcement officers detained a man who opened fire on servicemen from a Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support (TRC and SS) and a police officer. He turned out to be a 48-year-old serviceman. 8 787 127 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR

People’s Deputy Viktor Bondar is suspected by NABU People’s Deputy Bondar was served notice of suspicion of organizing misappropriation of Ukrzaliznytsia funds, losses exceeding UAH 140 million - NABU The NABU and the SAPO served a notice of suspicion to a current People`s Deputy of Ukraine, co-leader of an organised group caught embezzling funds from Ukrzaliznytsia during the purchase of cable and wire products. The damage caused is over UAH 140 million. 4 592 18

Air Force logistics chief, SBU head suspected in bribery case Air Force logistics commander and head of SSU in Zhytomyr region served with notices of suspicion over bribery Law enforcement officers have served notices of suspicion to the Commander of Logistics of the Air Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) Department in Zhytomyr region in a case involving the embezzlement of budget funds allocated for the construction of protective structures for aircraft. 4 683 17 Previously in trend: Grafters Corruption in defence

NABU serves second suspicion to former Ministry of Defence official He demanded $690,000 bribe: NABU serves another notice of suspicion on ex-MoD official The former acting head of one of the Central Territorial Departments of the Ministry of Defence has been served with another notice of suspicion. 3 737 17 Previously in trend: Grafters

Former head of the Brovary Military State Administration Volodymyr Maibozhenko is detained for trafficking men abroad Former head of Brovary DSA Maibozhenko detained for smuggling draft dodgers abroad – SSU The SSU in the Kyiv region exposed a channel for smuggling military-age men abroad, involving the former head of the Brovary District State Administration (DSA) Volodymyr Maibozhenko. Together with an accomplice, he helped men go abroad under the guise of volunteers. 2 589 16 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border Traffic accident with Maibozhenko

священик SSU: Metropolitan Arsenii of Sviatohirsk Lavra, who "leaked" location of checkpoints of Defense Forces in Donetsk region during service, is suspected The Security Service documented subversive activities on the part of the abbot of the Sviatohirsk Lavra of the UOC (MP), Metropolitan Arsenii. 5 919 16 Incidents

алаудінов SSU reported suspicion to secretary of Security Council of Chechen Republic, Alaudinov, who commanded "Kadyrivets" during seizure of Luhansk region According to the investigation, with the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, the personnel of the "Akhmat" special forces arrived in the Luhansk region to participate in combat operations against the Ukrainian army and the terror of the civilian population. The head of the special unit was personally entrusted to the assistant of the head of the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation. In 2011-2021, he was the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of the Chechen Republic. 6 776 16 Previously in trend: War

окупанти закатували українського полковника СБУ Pskov paratroopers informed of suspicion for torturing SSU colonel during occupation of Kyiv region- Prosecutor General’s Office Under the procedural supervision of the Kyiv Regional Prosecutor's Office, two officers of the Russian armed forces who tortured and killed an SSU officer were identified. 7 287 16

сбу UOC (MP) Metropolitan Povorozniuk, who blessed "accession" of Luhansk to Russian Federation, was informed of suspicion - SSU The Security Service has collected evidence against the sanctioned Metropolitan of the Luhansk Diocese of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate), Vasyl Povorozniuk, who is cooperating with the Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied city. 3 756 15 Incidents

Mayor of Netishyn suspected of official negligence Mayor of Netishyn is suspected of negligence in office over drone procurement The mayor of Netishyn, Khmelnytskyi region, was suspected of negligence in office for purchasing low-quality FPV drones. 4 888 15 Previously in trend: War