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Recent global and Ukrainian developments involve high-profile arrests reflecting corruption and crime. The Ukrainian MP Oleksii Kuznietsov and former Deputy Head of the Presidential Office, Andrii Smyrnov, face detention related to corruption in military procurements. UK authorities continue their crackdown on arson that threatens prominent figures. Shevchenkivskyi and Pecherskyi courts grapple with cases like the faulty mortar shells incident and Dmytro Riumshyn's military-related offenses. Meanwhile, international incidents include the arrest of Russia's Pavel Durov in France and the potential for ICC warrants against leaders such as Netanyahu. These events highlight ongoing global legal challenges.

What are the recent high-profile arrest cases?

Recent high-profile arrests involve Ukrainian MP Oleksii Kuznietsov for corruption in drone procurements and Andrii Smyrnov, former Deputy Head of the Presidential Office, also for corruption. Global incidents include the arrest of Russian Pavel Durov in France charged with complicity in drug trafficking, and ICC-issued warrants against high-ranked political figures.

How are corruption cases being handled in Ukraine?

Corruption cases in Ukraine are being managed with pre-trial detentions and hefty bail amounts. For instance, MP Oleksii Kuznietsov and Andrii Smyrnov face significant charges related to corruption in military procurements, underscoring the legal system's commitment to tackling such issues.

What is the role of the judiciary in these arrest cases?

The judiciary plays a critical role in these cases by imposing pre-trial detentions and making key rulings. Courts like the Shevchenkivskyi and Pecherskyi in Kyiv are actively involved in determining custody and bail conditions to ensure justice is served in high-stakes corruption and crime issues.

How are international authorities responding to high-profile arrest warrants?

International authorities are actively executing arrest warrants across borders, as seen in France's detention of Pavel Durov and the ICC's pursuit of legal actions against various international leaders. These actions reflect concerted global efforts to address broad criminal activities.

What are the legal consequences for the accused individuals in these cases?

Accused individuals face serious legal consequences, including potential long-term detention, high bail requirements, and ongoing judicial proceedings. For instance, Dmytro Riumshyn's consideration for extended detention signifies the judiciary's commitment to thorough adjudication processes in military and corruption-related offenses.

What has been the impact of recent arrest cases on political figures?

Recent arrest cases have placed significant pressure on political and military figures, with implications for their public standing and accountability. Figures like MP Oleksii Kuznietsov and Andrii Smyrnov face legal trials that question integrity and responsibilities, impacting political landscapes both locally and internationally.

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Organizers of tax evasion smuggling scheme detained in Odesa 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. 1 478 6 Previously in trend: War

атонов 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. 45 000 275 Previously in trend: War

рф,армія,мобілізація Russian army has started demonstrative arrests of mobilized people who refuse to go to war. 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. 20 743 61 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

сбу 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. 6 372 16 Incidents

сбу 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. 5 496 7 Previously in trend: War

медведчук Medvedchuk is arrested. PHOTO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky published a photo of Viktor Medvedchuk in handcuffs. 149 252 639 War in Ukraine

Kyiv court extends Vyshinsky 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. 2 869 75 Incidents

Court arrests ex-National Guard commander Yurii Allerov. VIDEO&PHOTOS Court arrests ex-National Guard commander Yurii Allerov. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Solomyansky District Court of Kyiv selected a measure of restraint for the former commander of the National Guard, Yurii Allerov, in the form of detention with the right to post bail in the amount of UAH 4.8 million. 6 145 35 Incidents

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. 26 547 65 Previously in trend: Attack on MP Nayyem

MP Savchenko loses appeal, remains in pretrial custody. VIDEO&PHOTOS MP Savchenko loses appeal, remains in pretrial custody. VIDEO&PHOTOS Kyiv-based appeals court upheld previous court ruling to remand non-affiliated MP Nadia Savchenko in pretrial custody. 76 361 385 Previously in trend: Savchenko under arrest

альперин 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. 46 853 30 Previously in trend: Grafters

терновский Ukrainian citizen Ternovskyi arrested in Russia on suspicion of Right Sector involvement. PHOTOS+VIDEO Russian Investigation Committee has announced detention of Ukrainian citizen Roman Ternovskyi in the Rostov Oblast of Russia. 56 603 225 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

гулевич 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. 12 803 42 Previously in trend: Deputy defense minister Pavlovskyi detained

лавринович в суде 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. 57 308 137 Ukrainian Politics

добкин 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. 77 997 305 Ukrainian Politics

постный Court arrested defendant in "Onyshchenko case" Postnyi on 10 million hryvnia bail. PHOTO Solomianskyi district court has arrested Valerii Postnyi, who is charged under the "gas schemes case," and set the bail of 10 million hryvnia ($387,600). 22 229 66 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

антипов 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. 37 173 61 Previously in trend: "Taxmen of Klymenko" detained

перелома 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. 3 015 22 Previously in trend: Martynenko case trial

аваков титушки днепр_город 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. 188 306 286 Incidents

днепр титушки 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. 144 262 334 Incidents

сорокин 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. 8 285 42 Previously in trend: Martynenko case trial

трансплантологи Turkish organ traffickers arrested by Kyiv court, - PGO. PHOTO The criminals have the right to post a bail. 25 791 22 Ukrainian Politics

сша протест 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. 55 634 178 Incidents

сущенко 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). 40 243 93 Incidents

кузьмин 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. 59 017 30 Incidents

суд постный 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). 8 635 23 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

луценко 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. 14 986 96 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

суд печерский лихолит 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. 164 582 496 Society

мосийчук 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. 25 117 105 Ukrainian Politics

савченко сенцов кольченко "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. 7 557 19 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

фирташ 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. 73 632 277 Incidents

корбан korban 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. 39 266 234 Previously in trend: Korban's arrest

обыск 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. 202 003 1 015 Previously in trend: Korban's arrest

обыск библиотека украинской литературы 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. 16 585 122 World

арест клюева 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. 13 177 82 Previously in trend: Revoking immunity

ляшко 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. 81 426 228 Previously in trend: Detention of Mosiichuk

луценко шокин резвушкин стерненко 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. 31 266 138 Previously in trend: Arrest of Odesa activists

оккупант наемник invader mercenary "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. 203 538 524 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

гпу злочевский справка 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. 50 067 120 Previously in trend: Corruption in Prosecutor General's Office

арест ефремов 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.). 149 950 805 Ukrainian Politics

арест протест манежная 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. 210 201 1 170 Society

савченко письмо 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. 15 180 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. 26 923 202 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko 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. 28 500 244 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko 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. 24 792 309 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko Case

Regime is Planning to Forcefully Deliver Tymoshenko to Court. Special Forces Have Received Instructions, Claims Vlasenko. VIDEO Regime is Planning to Forcefully Deliver Tymoshenko to Court. Special Forces Have Received Instructions, Claims Vlasenko. VIDEO Serhii Vlasenko, Yulia Tymoshenko’s defense lawyer held a press conference. 13 562 88 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko Case

As Long As Tymoshenko is in Prison Bundestag Will Block Ukraine-EU Agreement As Long As Tymoshenko is in Prison Bundestag Will Block Ukraine-EU Agreement German parliament will block Association Agreement with Ukraine until Yulia Tymoshenko is released. 13 345 201 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko Case Ukraine - EU

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. 11 314 36 Previously in trend: Tymoshenko Case