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The ongoing "Mindichgate" scandal has become a focal point in Ukrainian politics, unraveling numerous allegations against Tymur Mindich, a prominent figure linked to widespread corruption schemes. Accusations include the illicit acquisition of weapons, as revealed by Ihor Kolomoisky, and significant involvement in energy sector corruption. The sensational "Mindich tapes" propose potential connections between Mindich and high-level figures, including President Zelenskyy. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) alongside the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), is advancing investigations, such as Operation "Midas," aiming to unveil the depth of this scandal. With the international community watching, Mindich was put on an international wanted list, significantly impacting Ukraine's credibility and its EU accession prospects.

What is the "Mindichgate" scandal about?

The "Mindichgate" scandal revolves around Tymur Mindich, co-owner of Kvartal-95, and involves allegations of corruption within Ukraine's energy sector. It has led to investigations by NABU and SAPO, uncovering potential links to high-profile political figures, including President Zelenskyy. The scandal has had significant political repercussions, affecting Ukraine's international relations and credibility.

How is Tymur Mindich connected to President Zelenskyy?

Tymur Mindich is a co-owner of Kvartal-95 Studio, a company connected to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who co-founded it before his presidency. The allegations in the "Mindichgate" scandal have raised questions about their connections, especially regarding the alleged corruption activities linked to energy sector manipulation and the political implications of these ties.

What are the latest legal actions taken against Tymur Mindich?

Tymur Mindich has been placed on an international wanted list due to his alleged involvement in a large-scale corruption scheme within Ukraine's energy sector. The High Anti-Corruption Court has ordered his pre-trial detention in absentia, and NABU continues to conduct extensive investigations with potential implications for both domestic and international judicial cooperation.

How has "Mindichgate" impacted Ukraine’s international relations?

The "Mindichgate" scandal has strained Ukraine's international relations, notably affecting its credibility with Western allies and potentially hindering its EU accession process. The scandal highlights ongoing corruption challenges in Ukraine, prompting calls for transparency and accountability amidst international concerns about governance and integrity.

What is Operation "Midas" and its significance in the Mindich case?

Operation "Midas" is a significant investigation led by NABU and SAPO targeting corruption within Ukraine's energy sector, in which Tymur Mindich plays a prominent role. The operation is significant for its potential to uncover extensive fraudulent networks and financial manipulation, thereby impacting political dynamics and governance in Ukraine fundamentally.

What evidence has emerged from the "Mindich tapes"?

The "Mindich tapes" shed light on potential high-level corruption, including conversations speculated to involve large sums of money and political maneuvering within Ukraine's energy sector. These tapes have intensified scrutiny on Tymur Mindich, revealing controversial ties and alleged illegal activities that have triggered prolonged legal battles and political repercussions.

How has the public reacted to the "Mindichgate" scandal?

The public reaction to the "Mindichgate" scandal has been one of significant outrage and concern, particularly due to its implications for Ukraine's governance and economic stability. There is a strong demand for accountability and transparency, as evidenced by polls suggesting widespread belief in President Zelenskyy’s indirect responsibility for the situation through his previous associations.

Did Tymur Mindich have ties to the Ukrainian energy sector?

Tymur Mindich is alleged to have played a crucial role in corrupt dealings within Ukraine's energy sector. Evidence suggests he was a significant figure in orchestrating schemes that involved substantial financial misconduct. His activities have drawn attention to systemic issues of governance and regulation in Ukraine's energy domain, prompting legal and public scrutiny.

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Володимир Зеленський Drozdova, owner of company, which has already received contracts from Rada channel worth UAH 350 million, worked with Zelenskyy’s business partner Mindich The owner of the Kinokit company, which has been receiving millions of dollars in contracts from the state TV channel Rada for three years in a row, was a legal advisor to the firm of Timur Mindich, a former business partner of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Yuliia Drozdova posted information about the year and a half of cooperation with this business on her LinkedIn profile, a social network for business communication, employee search, and open vacancies. 10 235 65 Ukrainian Politics

Mindich Court in absentia imposes preventive measure on Mindich in form of pre-trial detention The High Anti-Corruption Court has ordered pre-trial detention for Timur Mindich, co-owner of the Kvartal 95 Studio. 3 670 65 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

’Mindich tapes’: Zelenskyy on the line with Halushchenko Mindich–Halushchenko talk at moment of Zelenskyy’s call During a conversation between Kvartal-95 co-owner Tymur Mindich and then-Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the minister. 31 167 62 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption

Mindich "State will take away "95 Kvartal" as result of sanctions against Mindich," - Kaleniuk Personal sanctions imposed by the National Security and Defense Council against Tymur Mindich, co-owner of Studio Kvartal-95, mean that the state will take away his business. 6 926 62 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

NABU reveals details of corruption case in the energy sector Exposing corruption in energy sector: NABU reveals details of the scheme Anti-corruption authorities have exposed the activities of a criminal organisation that had established a corrupt scheme to influence the activities of strategic enterprises in the public sector, in particular JSC "NNEGC "Energoatom". 16 370 61 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Searches at Halushchenko’s home

Kvartal-95 responded to Mindich’s suspicion. What is known? "Kvartal 95" stated that Mindich, owner of "Kvartal", has no influence on company Studio "Kvartal 95" has commented on the situation surrounding the studio's co-owner Timur Mindich. 5 411 61 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

Kravchenko states that he has not submitted and does not plan to submit a letter of resignation from his position. Prosecutor General Kravchenko has not signed documents for Mindich’s extradition for two weeks now, - detective Abakumov Over the past two weeks, Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko has not signed the documents required for the extradition from Israel of a key figure in the Midas case – the president’s friend and business partner, Timur Mindich. 8 457 68 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

UNCENSORED Ze’s team is toast, even his own rats are fleeing – Yurii Nikolov // UNCENSORED Everyone now knows who Timur Mindich is. Maryna Danyliuk-Yarmolaieva and Yurii Nikolov are publicly grilling the key figures in the biggest corruption scandal of the current government, one that leads straight to the Office of the President and, in particular, to Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 13 757 59 Previously in trend: Uncensored Mindichgate

Svyrydenko about Mindichgate Point solutions are not enough. We have agreed on plan to reboot energy sector and number of state bodies - Svyrydenko Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko agreed on a plan to restructure the energy sector and a number of state bodies important in this area during a meeting with the president. 2 536 58 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Telethon Telethon avoided mentioning Mindich while covering NABU’s "Midas" operation, - media From the morning of 10 November until midday on the 11th, the telethon ‘'United News’’ limited itself to brief mentions of Operation "Midas" in its news broadcasts. What is more, the telethon ignored the involvement of Timur Mindich, co-owner of "Kvartal 95," in the case. 12 951 58 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Energy sector corruption

SAPO reveals how Mindich assisted Halushchenko in corruption scheme SAPO: Mindich helped Halushchenko by interceding with Zelenskyy Kvartal-95 co-owner Tymur Mindich, identified as the organizer of a money-laundering scheme around Energoatom, built ties with former Energy and Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko through his connections to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 4 949 55 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption

NABU energy-corruption probe may slow Ukraine’s EU bid and release of frozen assets Mindichgate may hinder Ukraine’s EU accession – La Repubblica The NABU investigation into corruption schemes in the energy sector may hinder Ukraine’s EU accession process and the transfer of frozen Russian assets to Kyiv. 4 440 55 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU Mindichgate

The High Anti-Corruption Court refused to overturn the charges against Mindich High Anti-Corruption Court refused to drop charges against Mindich, who did not appear in court, "because of shelling in Ukraine" The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court has refused to overturn the charges against businessman Tymur Mindich. His defence team attributed his absence from the hearing to the shelling in Ukraine. 7 743 61 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko Government submits proposal to NSDC to impose sanctions against Mindich and Tsukerman The Cabinet of Ministers has submitted proposals to the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) to impose personal sanctions against Tymur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman following an NABU investigation into corruption in the energy sector. 3 864 54 Previously in trend: NSDC sanctions Energy sector corruption

co-owner of the Kvartal 95 studio Tymur Mindich Reason for Mindich’s departure is three children under age of 18, - State Border Guard Service Co-owner of Studio "Kvartal 95" Tymur Mindich left Ukraine legally. The reason for his departure was the presence of three children under the age of 18. 6 854 54 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine

Butusov Mindyich illegally compiled dossiers on Butusov and nine other journalists Among the 10 journalists on whom Timur Mindich, co-owner of the Kvartal-95 studio, illegally compiled dossiers was Yurii Butusov. 15 394 53 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Is Zelenskyy responsible for Mindichgate? What do Ukrainians say? 59% of Ukrainians who know about "Mindichgate" consider Zelenskyy responsible for corruption, - KIIS 77% of Ukrainians are aware of the Mindichgate investigation. 59% believe that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy bears personal responsibility for Mindich's corrupt actions. 4 128 53 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich had influence over two ministers. What is known? SAPO prosecutor: Zelenskyy-linked oligarch Mindich influenced Halushchenko and Umerov Kvartal-95 co-owner Tymur Mindich, who was served with a notice of suspicion by NABU, exerted influence over ministers in the energy and defense sectors. 9 110 52 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption

Mindich tapes scandal: corruption trail leads to Zelenskyy - Uncensored Zelenskyy on Mindich’s tapes! Everything about cash, energy corruption, and high treason // UNCENSORED Bundles of cash; Zelenskyy mentioned on Mindich’s tapes; money "not worth spending" on protective structures; where Halushchenko and Hrynchuk spend the night; and what Chernyshov and the mansions outside Kyiv have to do with it. 13 482 52 Previously in trend: Uncensored Energy sector corruption

Mindich’s escape from Ukraine. What does the NABU say? Circumstances surrounding escape of Mindich, co-owner of "Kvartal-95", are being investigated, we will try to bring him back, - NABU The National Anti-Corruption Bureau is investigating the circumstances surrounding the escape of Timur Mindich, co-owner of "Kvartal-95", from Ukraine. 24 712 51 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

NABU searches at Mindich and Halushchenko. Details NABU conducts operation to expose corruption in energy sector: 1,000 hours of audio recordings The NABU and the SAPO have announced a large-scale operation to expose corruption in the energy sector. 9 516 51 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Searches at Halushchenko’s home

Servant of the People Anastasiia Radina Those featured in tapes must immediately resign from their posts – Servant of People Radina Chair of the Anti-Corruption Policy Committee and MP from Servant of the People Anastasiia Radina has called for the resignation of all individuals featured in the NABU recordings in the energy corruption case. 4 707 50 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

radina NABU tapes should be subject to parliamentary control, - Radina, Servant of People party The Chair of the Anti-Corruption Policy Committee, People's Deputy from Servant of the People, Anastasiia Radina, approached her colleague Yaroslav Zhelezniak with a proposal to organize an open meeting of the Verkhovna Rada's Temporary Investigation Commission (TIC) of the Verkhovna Rada to investigate economic crimes involving government officials, NABU, NACP, SBI, SSU, and the Office of the Prosecutor General. 4 938 49 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

The SAPO prosecutor read out a conversation between Kvartal-95 co-founders Shefir and Mindich at the HACC. Full conversation between Mindich and Shefir about bail for former Deputy Prime Minister Chernyshov SAPO prosecutor Serhii Savytskyi read out a conversation between businessman Timur Mindich, co-owner of Studio "Kvartal-95", and Timur Mindich's former business partner at "Studio Kvartal-95", former first assistant to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and co-founder of "Kvartal-95", Serhii Shefir, in the High Anti-Corruption Court. 17 184 49 Previously in trend: Chernyshov’s case Energy sector corruption

Kinokit halts operations after producing content for Rada channel Zelenskyy ally’s production company gets UAH 341 million from budget, halts operations after Mindich flees Kinokit LLC, which previously produced content for the Rada TV channel as part of the national telethon, has currently suspended operations. 12 253 47 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich’s tapes. Participants mentioned Zelenskyy Zelenskyy called Halushchenko after receiving message from Mindich, - SAPO prosecutor The SAPO prosecutor spoke about one of the episodes featured in the "Mindich's tapes." President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called Minister Halushchenko after receiving a message from Mindich. 15 712 47 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption

Wiretapping in Mindich’s apartment. Kryvonos confirmed "Mindichgate": NABU did indeed install lawful wiretaps in apartment on Hrushevskoho Street, - Kryvonos NABU did indeed install wiretaps in the apartment of Tymur Mindich, co-owner of Kvartal-95, against whom sanctions were imposed. 21 971 46 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich was mentioned in a report to the US Congress: what is known? US Congress: "Mindich is President Zelenskyy’s partner, involved in $100 million bribery" The Ministry of Justice report to the US Congress mentions "Mindichgate" in Ukraine. 16 096 45 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Who posted bail for Chernyshov? New details Bail for Chernyshov was paid by individuals associated with Mindich - Zhelezniak One of those who posted bail for Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Chernyshov may be a lawyer associated with Mindich's circle. 7 093 45 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Zelenskyy and Mindich Mindich and Tsukerman may be placed on Interpol’s wanted list – Klymenko Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies have sent documents to Interpol seeking to place Timur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman on its wanted list — suspects in the NABU "Midas" case involving corruption in the energy sector. 2 600 44 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Mindichgate

Mindich and Tsukerman added to the Myrotvorets database Mindich and Tsukerman added to the Myrotvorets database Co-owner of Studio "Kvartal 95" and associate of Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Tymur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman (Mikhail and Oleksandr Tsukerman were Mindich's "financial arm," - ED.) are under investigation and have been added to the Myrotvorets database. 3 883 44 Previously in trend: Wiretapping in Mindich’s apartment Energy sector corruption

Kolomoiskyi on Mindichgate Kolomoiskyi on suspension of "Mindichgate": NABU may have reached agreement with Zelenskyy During the court hearing, Ihor Kolomoyskyi refused to name the organizer of the corruption scheme in the energy sector known as "Mindichgate." He also suggested why NABU stopped the publication of the "Mindich tapes." 4 685 40 Previously in trend: Mindichgate Assassination attempt on Mindich

Mindich’s relatives regularly visited Russia: what is known? Relatives of Zelenskyy’s friend Mindich flew to Moscow during war, - Zhelezniak The husband of Timur Mindich's sister, who is involved in a corruption case in the energy sector, Andrii Zhuravlev, regularly visited Moscow. 8 047 40 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business

Mindich Tkach recounted how he found Mindich in Israel: "He is comfortable here and is not ready to return" Investigative journalist Mykhailo Tkach of "Ukrainska Pravda" shared details of how he found Timur Mindich, a businessman suspected of corruption who had fled the country and was co-owner of the "Kvartal 95" studio. 10 242 39 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Mindichgate

Umerov: Mindich had no influence on my work as defense minister Umerov rejects SAPO claims of influence by Zelenskyy-linked oligarch Mindich National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov stated that no one "influenced" him during his tenure as Defense Minister. Earlier, SAPO claimed that Kvartal-95 co-owner Timur Mindich had exerted influence on the former minister. 4 005 39 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Energy sector corruption

Kolomoisky in court "Mindich warned me": Kolomoiskyi stated in court that information about his arrest had been leaked During a recent court hearing, oligarch Ihor Kolomoiskyi stated that he knew in advance about the investigation being prepared against him. According to a correspondent from Censor.NET, the businessman used this fact as an argument against the risk of him fleeing. 62 758 39 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Chernyshov is Yermak’s godfather Chernyshov acknowledges Yermak is his children’s godfather: both appear in same corruption case Former deputy prime minister Oleksii Chernyshov, who is suspected of abuse of office and receiving an undue benefit, said that Yermak is the godfather of his children. 5 627 38 Previously in trend: Chernyshov’s case Energy sector corruption Mindichgate

What did Western media write about Mindichgate and corruption? Western media on "Mindichgate": One of biggest scandals amid energy problems The global media has called the recent investigation by NABU one of the biggest corruption scandals in Ukraine. 7 039 37 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Corruption in the energy sector: funds may have been illegally transferred from the United States Corruption in energy sector: Dollars seized by NABU may have been illegally transferred from US to Ukraine, - Yarova The funds seized by NABU detectives during searches in the energy corruption case may have been illegally transferred from the United States to Ukraine. 12 341 37 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business Searches at Halushchenko’s home

Where is Mindich now? What do the NABU and SAPO say? Mindich will be put on international wanted list - NABU Director Kryvonos Currently, anti-corruption authorities are doing everything they can to bring Timur Mindich, co-owner of the Kvartal-95 studio, back to the country. He is suspected of corruption. 4 639 37 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Mindichgate

NABU NABU detectives meet with FBI agent over Mindich case – media Yesterday, detectives of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) met with the new FBI officer coordinating cooperation on all NABU investigations. This meeting focused on the case of Tymur Mindich, a key figure in Operation Midas jointly conducted by NABU and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO). 12 652 37 Previously in trend: FBI probe into Mindich Energy sector corruption

Sanctions against Mindich and Zuckerman: Zelensky signed a decree NABU’s notice of suspicion for Mindich mentions his friendly relations with Zelenskyy The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has notified businessman Tymur Mindich of suspicion on multiple counts. 8 383 36 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich Mindich only curator in Energoatom corruption scheme. Other "beneficiaries" involved - NABU detective Mahamedrasulov Businessman Tymur Mindich is only a curator in the corruption scheme in Energoatom. In addition to him, there are other "beneficiaries". 12 100 36 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

mindich Mindich’s fund acquired 77 apartments in Kyiv at discount of more than 60% month before full-scale invasion by Russian Federation, - media Timur Mindich's "Genesis" investment fund acquired 77 apartments in the Riverdale business-class residential complex in Demiivka, Kyiv, in January 2022. 14 731 36 Previously in trend: Mindich’s business

Mindich Security Service of Ukraine opens high treason case against Mindich – Honcharenko The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has opened criminal proceedings against Tymur Mindich, a figure in the anti-corruption operation dubbed "Midas", under the article on high treason. 4 037 35 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich’s escape: NABU continues to establish details NABU is investigating who and how facilitated Mindich’s departure from Ukraine, - detective Abakumov The NABU understood the risks that Tymur Mindich could leave Ukraine. 6 494 35 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Mindichgate

Shefir and Mindich discussed posting bail for former minister Chernyshov "Mindich and Shefir discussed how to collect money from "cash register" for Chernyshov’s bail," - prosecutor Businessman, co-owner of Studio Kvartal-95 Tymur Mindich and former business partner at Studio Kvartal-95, former first assistant to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and co-founder of Kvartal 95 Serhii Shefir discussed where to get money for bail for former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Chernyshov, who is suspected of abuse of office and receiving bribes. 6 141 35 Previously in trend: Wiretapping in Mindich’s apartment

Mindich’s people remain in the Cabinet of Ministers: what is known? Almost all of Mindich’s people still remain in power, including Halushchenko’s deputy Bilous, - Zhelezniak A month after Herman Halushchenko's dismissal from the post of Minister of Justice, Timur Mindich's people remain in the system. 3 544 35

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