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Recent times have seen a flurry of judicial actions and arrests involving individuals in Ukraine and neighboring regions. In matters concerning military integrity, two service members from the 47th Brigade "Magura" were remanded for allegedly planting drugs on Oleksandr Shyrshyn's vehicle. Meanwhile, in Poland, a Ukrainian citizen was detained for carrying live ammunition at a defense exhibition, heightening international security concerns. Furthermore, as Russia grapples with a severe fuel crisis, public dissent resulted in multiple arrests, showcasing the government's tight control over the narrative. In judicial developments, the Ukrainian courts have ordered the detention of two soldiers from the "Skelia" regiment on charges of torturing comrades, underscoring ongoing military scrutiny. Additionally, international law enforcement activities saw arrests linked to high-profile arson cases in the Czech Republic, and German authorities have expanded their search and arrest orders concerning suspected sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines. These events highlight the intricate legal landscapes and pressing security challenges faced by Ukraine and its neighboring countries.

What were the charges against the 47th Brigade members?

The court remanded service members from the 47th Brigade on suspicion of planting drugs in a vehicle belonging to Oleksandr Shyrshyn, former battalion commander. This reflects measures to maintain legal and ethical standards within the military.

Why was a Ukrainian man detained in Poland?

A Ukrainian man was detained at the International Defence Industry Exhibition in Poland after attempting entry with live ammunition. He was accompanying businessmen participating in the event, raising serious security concerns.

What is the situation with fuel shortages in Russia?

Fuel shortages in Russia, exacerbated by refinery attacks, have led to public unrest and subsequent arrests of those voicing dissatisfaction over unfair fuel distribution, reflecting on regional stability and governance issues.

What were the soldiers of the 'Skelia' regiment charged with?

Two soldiers from the 'Skelia' regiment were detained without bail in Kropyvnytskyi due to allegations of torturing fellow comrades, an incident highlighting serious breaches of military conduct and human rights within ranks.

Where have arson related arrests been made recently?

Czech authorities apprehended multiple suspects regarding an arson attack at the LPP Holding arms company. The detained individuals include both Czech and US citizens, emphasizing international cooperation in tackling such crimes.

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Law enforcement officers detained organizers of scheme to smuggle evaders to Transnistria for $13,000 in Odesa. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers detained organizers of scheme to smuggle evaders to Transnistria for $13,000 in Odesa. PHOTOS In Odesa, law enforcement officers detained three men who organized the smuggling of draft evaders across the state border to unrecognized Transnistria. 1 732 6 Previously in trend: War

SSU detains ex-Antonov director Bychkov and security chief Netiosov for obstructing preparation of Hostomel airfield defense. They were arrested by court for two months. PHOTOS SSU detains ex-Antonov director Bychkov and security chief Netiosov for obstructing preparation of Hostomel airfield defense. They were arrested by court for two months. PHOTOS Today, on March 9, Security Service of Ukraine conducted searches and served suspicion notices to Serhiy Bychkov, Advisor to Director General of Antonov (former Director General of Antonov), Netiosov, Deputy Head of Security of Antonov Air Transport Enterprise, and Kharchenko, Director of Antonov Air Transport Enterprise (in absentia). According to investigation, in January-February 2022, they repeatedly refused to allow National Guard to build engineering and fortification structures at Hostomel airport, which led to a decrease in facility’s defense capability and, as a result, to seizure of a strategic facility for Kyiv’s defense. 45 428 275 Previously in trend: War

Russian army has started demonstrative arrests of mobilized people who refuse to go to war. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Russian army has started demonstrative arrests of mobilized people who refuse to go to war. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS A video of the detention of two soldiers who refused to go to war appeared in Russian Telegram channels - the soldiers were demonstratively twisted right during the formation. 20 894 61 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

Сorporate rights of TUI travel agency were arrested, its ultimate beneficiary Mordashov has connections with Russian elite, - SSU. PHOTOS Сorporate rights of TUI travel agency were arrested, its ultimate beneficiary Mordashov has connections with Russian elite, - SSU. PHOTOS The corporate rights of one of the largest travel agencies, the ultimate beneficiary of which is a Russian billionaire, have been seized. 6 483 16

DNR fighter who was taken prisoner in Zaporizhia direction, is sentenced to 15 years of imprisonment. PHOTO DNR fighter who was taken prisoner in Zaporizhia direction, is sentenced to 15 years of imprisonment. PHOTO The shooter of the motorized rifle brigade "Republican Guard" of the terrorist organization "DNR" was sentenced to fifteen years in prison for high treason. 5 637 7 Previously in trend: War

Medvedchuk is arrested. PHOTO Medvedchuk is arrested. PHOTO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky published a photo of Viktor Medvedchuk in handcuffs. 149 667 639

Kyiv court extends Vyshinsky's arrest until September 19. VIDEO&PHOTOS Kyiv court extends Vyshinsky's arrest until September 19. VIDEO&PHOTOS Kyiv's Podilsky District Court has extended the measure of restraint for RIA Novosti Ukraine chief Kirill Vyshinsky in the form of arrest without the right to post bail. 3 087 75

Attack on MP Nayyem: court dismisses appeal against road-rager Saitov’s pretrial restriction. PHOTOS Attack on MP Nayyem: court dismisses appeal against road-rager Saitov’s pretrial restriction. PHOTOS Kyiv-based court of appeals considered the motion against night-time house arrest imposed on Ukrainian national Ahmed Saitov charged with attack on Member of Ukrainian Parliament Mustafa Nayyem. 26 706 65 Previously in trend: Attack on MP Nayyem

MP Savchenko loses appeal, remains in pretrial custody. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS MP Savchenko loses appeal, remains in pretrial custody. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Kyiv-based appeals court upheld previous court ruling to remand non-affiliated MP Nadia Savchenko in pretrial custody. 76 834 385 Previously in trend: Savchenko under arrest

Court places in pre-trial custody businessman Alperin charged with attempt to bribe NABU detective. PHOTOS Court places in pre-trial custody businessman Alperin charged with attempt to bribe NABU detective. PHOTOS The Pechersk district court of Kyiv imposed pre-trial detention on Vadym Alperin with the right to post 20,000,800 hryvnia in bail. 46 986 30 Previously in trend: Grafters

Court sentenced MoD procurement department director Hulevych to home arrest. PHOTO Court sentenced MoD procurement department director Hulevych to home arrest. PHOTO The Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv has sentenced MoD procurement department director Volodymyr Hulevych, suspected of embezzlement of 149 million hryvnia of public funds, to 24h home arrest. 12 988 42 Previously in trend: Deputy defense minister Pavlovskyi detained

Court arrests former Justice Minister Lavrynovych for two months. PHOTOS Court arrests former Justice Minister Lavrynovych for two months. PHOTOS The court has granted the request of the prosecutor's office and chose a restraint measure of 60 days arrest without a bail option for former Justice Minister of Yanukovych period Oleksandr Lavrynovych. 57 508 137

Lutsenko introduced motion on Mykhailo Dobkin's arrest into Rada. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) Lutsenko introduced motion on Mykhailo Dobkin's arrest into Rada. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) Prosecutor General of Ukraine Yurii Lutsenko introduced a motion to the Verkhovna Rada on providing their consent to indictment, detention, and arrest of Opposition Bloc MP Mykhailo Dobkin. 78 270 305

Court imposed pre-trial restriction on former Luhansk region tax service Chief Antipov. PHOTOS Court imposed pre-trial restriction on former Luhansk region tax service Chief Antipov. PHOTOS Pechersk district court of Kyiv imposed pre-trial restriction on Oleksandr Antipov, the former chief of the Inland Revenue Ministry’s Main Directorate in the Luhansk region, who was detained on the morning of May 24. 37 380 61 Previously in trend: "Taxmen of Klymenko" detained

SAP fails to secure pre-trial detention for Martynenko case suspect Pereloma. PHOTO SAP fails to secure pre-trial detention for Martynenko case suspect Pereloma. PHOTO The Court of Appeal left unchanged pre-trial restriction imposed on Serhii Pereloma, a person of interest in Martynenko case. 3 081 22 Previously in trend: Martynenko case trial

Three more "Vilkul’s eagles" aprehended and put in custody in Dnipro City, - Avakov. PHOTOS Three more "Vilkul’s eagles" aprehended and put in custody in Dnipro City, - Avakov. PHOTOS The court ruled to take into custody three individuals charged with beating anti-terrorist operation (ATO) veterans in Dnipro City on Victory Day. 188 519 286

Dnipro court orders 60-day arrest of Victory Day attacker, - Minister Avakov. PHOTOS Dnipro court orders 60-day arrest of Victory Day attacker, - Minister Avakov. PHOTOS Interior Minister Arsen Avakov says one of the participants in the attack on anti-terrorist operation (ATO) veterans on Victory Day in Dnipro city has been sent into custody for two months. 144 756 334

Court places Skhidnyi Plant CEO Sorokin under pre-trial night-time house arrest. PHOTO Court places Skhidnyi Plant CEO Sorokin under pre-trial night-time house arrest. PHOTO Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv placed Director of Skhidnyi (Eastern) Mineral Processing Plant Oleksandr Sorokin under night-time house arrest pending trial. 8 421 42 Previously in trend: Martynenko case trial

Turkish organ traffickers arrested by Kyiv court, - PGO. PHOTO Turkish organ traffickers arrested by Kyiv court, - PGO. PHOTO The criminals have the right to post a bail. 25 963 22

Violent protests in Washington during Trump's inauguration: police arrest about 95 people. PHOTOS Violent protests in Washington during Trump's inauguration: police arrest about 95 people. PHOTOS During U.S. President Donald Trump's inauguration on Friday, hundreds of people, some wearing masks, marched through downtown streets, using hammers to claw up chunks of pavement to smash the windows of a Bank of America branch and a McDonald's outlet, all symbols of American capitalism. 55 947 178

Ukrainian journalist Sushchenko accused of spying is held in Moscow remand prison, – Russian media. PHOTO Ukrainian journalist Sushchenko accused of spying is held in Moscow remand prison, – Russian media. PHOTO Members of the Moscow Public Monitoring Commission have found correspondent for Ukrinform news agency Roman Sushchenko in Lefortovo prison. The Lefortovo court of Moscow arrested the journalist on charges of espionage (article 276 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). 40 409 93

Estate owned by ex-Deputy Prosecutor General Kuzmin in Pushcha-Vodytsia attached by court. PHOTOS Estate owned by ex-Deputy Prosecutor General Kuzmin in Pushcha-Vodytsia attached by court. PHOTOS Court seized the house of ex-Deputy Prosecutor General Renat Kuzmin in Pushcha-Vodytsia near Kyiv, banning any transactions with it. 59 189 30

Court increased bail against subject in "gas case" Postnyi up to 250 million hryvnia. PHOTOS Court increased bail against subject in "gas case" Postnyi up to 250 million hryvnia. PHOTOS The Appeals Court of Kyiv has ruled to remand one of the subjects in the "gas case" Valerii Postnyi in custody with an alternative to post a bail of 250 million hryvnia (approx. $10.01 million). 8 703 23 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

Onyshchenko to be shortly put on domestic and international wanted lists, - Prosecutor General Lutsenko. PHOTO Onyshchenko to be shortly put on domestic and international wanted lists, - Prosecutor General Lutsenko. PHOTO On July 2, MP Oleksandr Onyshchenko left Ukraine on board a plane bound for Minsk (Belarusia). In the near future, the lawmaker will be put on domestic and international wanted lists. 15 102 96 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

Supporters of Aidar commander Lykholit beat MP Melnychuk and plan to set up tents at Pechersk court, - Mosiichuk. PHOTO Supporters of Aidar commander Lykholit beat MP Melnychuk and plan to set up tents at Pechersk court, - Mosiichuk. PHOTO A few MPs and fighters of several battalions keep on blocking the Pechersk district court of Kyiv where Aidar commander Valentyn Lykholit arrested yesterday is kept. 164 909 496

Pechersk court refused to arrest Radical Party MP Mosiichuk. PHOTOS Pechersk court refused to arrest Radical Party MP Mosiichuk. PHOTOS The Pechersk district court of Kyiv refused to remand in custody Radical Party MP Ihor Mosiichuk accused of corruption. 25 369 105

"See you at home," - Sentsov and Kolchenko wrote letter to Nadiya Savchenko. DOCUMENT "See you at home," - Sentsov and Kolchenko wrote letter to Nadiya Savchenko. DOCUMENT Ukrainian political prisoners illegally held in Russia Oleh Sentsov and Oleksandr Kolchenko received letters from another imprisoned Ukrainian Nadiya Savchenko and New Year greetings from President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko. 7 742 19 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

Commandos were waiting for arrival of Firtash at airport but he never came. PHOTOS Commandos were waiting for arrival of Firtash at airport but he never came. PHOTOS The soldiers of the special operations force were waiting for oligarch Dmytro Firtash at Boryspil international airport today. 73 712 277

New charges against Korban relate to mayoral election in Dnipropetrovsk, - Ukrop party. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) New charges against Korban relate to mayoral election in Dnipropetrovsk, - Ukrop party. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) The new charges against leader of Ukrop political party Hennadii Korban are connected with the election of the mayor of Dnipropetrovsk. 39 385 234 Previously in trend: Korban's arrest

SBU presented evidence in Korban's case. PHOTOS SBU presented evidence in Korban's case. PHOTOS Officers of the Security Service of Ukraine showed evidence in the case of UKROP party leader Hennadii Korban at a briefing on Sunday. 202 345 1 015 Previously in trend: Korban's arrest

Books seized back in 2010 planted on Ukrainian Literature Library in Moscow. DOCUMENT Books seized back in 2010 planted on Ukrainian Literature Library in Moscow. DOCUMENT The employees of Moscow-based Library of Ukrainian Literature presented a document proving that the book by Dmytro Korchynskiy, which was allegedly found in the library on Wednesday, had been confiscated in 2010 and not returned to the library. 16 678 122

PGO's petition to arrest Kliuiev has been prevented from Rada voting for three months now, - journalist. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) PGO's petition to arrest Kliuiev has been prevented from Rada voting for three months now, - journalist. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) Reporters found that Prosecutor General Shokin introduced the petition to arrest former Party of Regions MP Serhii Kliuiev, accused of large-scale public funds embezzlement, on June 16 this year. On June 30, the regulatory committee found it grounded and recommended to vote on it. Over the three months since then, Speaker Hroisman has not put it to vote, which is very contrasting with the speaker's efficiency in Mosiichuk's case. All of it unpleasantly suggests that someone might be covering for Serhii Kliuiev and had allowed him fleeing. 13 268 82 Previously in trend: Revoking immunity

MP Liashko put up fight with prosecutors at MP Mosiichuk's trial. PHOTO MP Liashko put up fight with prosecutors at MP Mosiichuk's trial. PHOTO The Radical Party leader Oleh Liashko attempted to put a fight with prosecutors before the appeal hearing regarding arrest of his fellow party member Ihor Mosiichuk. 81 527 228 Previously in trend: Detention of Mosiichuk

MP Lutsenko urges Prosecutor General to vary pre-trial restriction for Odesa activists. DOCUMENT MP Lutsenko urges Prosecutor General to vary pre-trial restriction for Odesa activists. DOCUMENT Head of Poroshenko Bloc faction in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Yurii Lutsenko filed a motion to Prosecutor General Viktor Shokin with a request to change the pre-trial restriction for recently remanded head of the Odesa office of the Right Sector Serhii Sternenko and Avtomaidan activist Yevhen Rezvushkin. 31 405 138 Previously in trend: Arrest of Odesa activists

"Help! About 2,000 ‘militias’ serve time in jail on false charges" - Mercenary from Perm arrested in "DPR". PHOTOS "Help! About 2,000 ‘militias’ serve time in jail on false charges" - Mercenary from Perm arrested in "DPR". PHOTOS 31-year-old resident of Perm (Russia) Maxim Kalugin is asking for urgent help on his page on Vkontakte. 203 618 524 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Yanukovych’s crony, former environment minister unblocked half a billion hryvnia in U.K. accounts with help of Prosecutor General’s Office - MP Leshchenko. DOCUMENT Yanukovych’s crony, former environment minister unblocked half a billion hryvnia in U.K. accounts with help of Prosecutor General’s Office - MP Leshchenko. DOCUMENT Former head of the Ecology Ministry during Yanukovych’s rule Mykola Zlochevskyi managed to unblock his accounts in the U.K. with the help of reference letter from the PGO. 50 189 120 Previously in trend: Corruption in Prosecutor General's Office

Court arrests Yefremov, setting bail at 3.7 million hryvnia. PHOTOS Court arrests Yefremov, setting bail at 3.7 million hryvnia. PHOTOS Peschersk District Court in Kyiv chose to arrest former deputy of the Verkhovna Rada, former leader of the Party of Regions faction Oleksandr Yefremov until Apr. 14, with the possibility of paying bail in the amount of 3.7 million hryvnia (about $150,000 at the current rate – ed.). 150 171 805

Mass arrests begin on Moscow’s Manezhnaia Square, bloggers report. LIVE VIDEO Mass arrests begin on Moscow’s Manezhnaia Square, bloggers report. LIVE VIDEO Russian police began to detain protesters supporting of Alexei and Oleg Navalny in the center of Moscow on Manezhaia Square. 210 482 1 170

Mother of Pilot Nadiia Savchenko Pleads to Putin to Release Her Daughter. DOCUMENT Mother of Pilot Nadiia Savchenko Pleads to Putin to Release Her Daughter. DOCUMENT 77-year-old mother of the Ukrainian pilot fears that her letter will not reach the addressee. 15 249 86 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Donetsk Crime Boss Testifying in Scherban Case: I had 3 Mercedes and 8 Gunners. PHOTO + VIDEO Donetsk Crime Boss Testifying in Scherban Case: I had 3 Mercedes and 8 Gunners. PHOTO + VIDEO Witness Igor Maryinkov testified in court regarding the murder of Yevhen Shcherban. 27 056 202 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko’s Case

Fight in Pechersk Court - Police Breaking Legs of Deputy Denisova. PHOTOS Fight in Pechersk Court - Police Breaking Legs of Deputy Denisova. PHOTOS Clashes between deputies and special police forces Griffin took place in the building of the Pechersk Court. 28 673 244 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko’s Case

Activists Chained Themselves to Yanukovych’s Fence Protesting Harassment of Tymoshenko. Fights Erupted. PHOTOS Activists Chained Themselves to Yanukovych’s Fence Protesting Harassment of Tymoshenko. Fights Erupted. PHOTOS During a rally near the Presidential Administration three people - Ivan Krulko, Oleh Kuiavskyy, Serhii Mitrofanskyy - handcuffed themselves to the fence in protest against harassment of Yulia Tymoshenko. 24 850 309 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko’s Case

A “Bomb” Found Near the Kharkov Hospital where Tymoshenko is being Treated. PHOTO A “Bomb” Found Near the Kharkov Hospital where Tymoshenko is being Treated. PHOTO Yesterday, 5 August, suspicious bags were discovered near Kharkov Central Clinical Hospital #5 of Ukrzaliznytsya where ex-prime minister Yulia Tymoshenko is undergoing treatment. 11 363 36 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko’s Case