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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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Appeals court to hear motion against Nasirov's pretrial restriction on March 13 Kyiv's Court of Appeal plans to consider complaint against measure of restraint imposed on suspended Head of the State Fiscal Service of Ukraine Roman Nasirov at 11 a.m. March 13. 4 124 16 Previously in trend: Trial of Nasirov

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Russian commandos Yerofeyev and Aleksandrov to stay in custody until May 19 The Holosiivskyi district court has extended the arrest of Russian military Yevgeny Yerofeyev and Alexander Aleksandrov until May 19 inclusive. 2 509 15 Previously in trend: Captured Russian special forces operatives

медведчук European Court of Human Rights rejected Medvedchuk’s appeal The European Court of Human Rights rejected as "manifestly unfounded" the complaint of MP Viktor Medvedchuk, against whom a number of criminal proceedings are under investigation in Ukraine, in particular under the article on high treason. 3 615 15 Ukrainian Politics

сбу,бойовики Three DPR fighters who fought on side of Russian Federation were sentenced to 15 years in prison, - SSU Based on the evidence collected by SSU investigators, the court found three more militants of the terrorist organization "DPR" guilty of treason and sentenced them to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. 5 068 15 Previously in trend: War

Lefortovo Court of Moscow Extended Arrest of Film Director Sentsov for Another Three Months Moscow's Lefortovo district Court has decided to extend the detention period to January 11, 2015. 2 213 14 Incidents

53rd Brigade food service chief sentenced to military confinement. Other defendants delaying time, - Military Prosecutor's Office The Mykolaiv district court, having considered an administrative violation report filed by the Military Prosecutor's Office of the Southern region of Ukraine, ruled against another officer of the 53th Mechanized Brigade, who was directly responsible for organizing nutrition of the personnel stationed at the Shyrokyi Lan training ground. 6 939 14 Previously in trend: Shyrokyi Lan riot

Crimean fishing vessel Nord detained in Ukraine to be auctioned off Crimean fishing vessel Nord detained in Ukraine to be auctioned off The Ukrainian National Agency for Tracing, Recovery and Management of Crime Assets (ARMA) transferred attached Nord fishing vessel to SETAM OpenMarket state-owned enterprise for sale. 2 814 14 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

All detained Crimean Tatars in occupied Crimea remanded in custody until May 15 Russia-controlled "court" in occupied Crimea rules to remand all detained Crimean Tatars in custody until May 15. 1 259 14 Previously in trend: Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

Жеваго заочно заарештували HACCU arrests Zhevaho, owner of Finance and Credit Group, in absentia in bribery case against former Supreme Court Chief Justice Kniazev An investigating judge of the High Anti-Corruption Court has imposed a pre-trial restraint in the form of detention on Kostiantyn Zhevaho, owner of the Finance and Credit group, who is suspected of bribing the former chairman and judges of the Supreme Court. Zhevaho is currently in France. 1 001 13 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

сус Court sentences former PGO investigator Sus to 24h house arrest for two months. PHOTO Former investigator of the Prosecutor General's Office of Ukraine (PGO) Dmytro Sus, who is charged with embezzlement of property and false income statement, has been sentenced to 24-hour house arrest for two months. 13 794 13 Incidents

Captain of arrested Nord fishing trawler to remain in custody until treasury receives bail bond, - prosecutor Captain of arrested Nord fishing trawler to remain in custody until treasury receives bail bond, - prosecutor's office Vladimir Gorbenko, the captain of arrested Kerch-registered fishing vessel Nord remains in custody despite the bail bond posted for him April 6. 3 335 13 Incidents

Russian Justice Ministry's statement on Savchenko testifies that guilty verdict has been prepared for her, - Ukraine's Justice Minister Petrenko The statement by the Russian Justice Ministry on possibility of the Ukrainian pilot and MP Nadiya Savchenko to return to Ukraine after the sentencing proves that the court has its ruling already prepared. 5 699 13 Ukrainian Politics

Crimean Tatars, detained after raids in Russia-occupied Bakhchysarai, taken to FSB, - lawyer Lawyer Emil Kurbedinov says the Muslims detained after searches in Bakhchysarai on May 12 were taken to Russia's FSB in Crimea. He is sure the four detainees will be tried similar to other Crimean Tatars accused of ties with Hizb ut-Tahrir by the Russian prosecutor's office in Crimea. 2 761 13 Previously in trend: Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

The director of the Pavlohrad Chemical Plant, Leonid Shyman, has been taken into custody. Case of 120,000 faulty mortar shells: Director of Pavlohrad Chemical Plant Shyman arrested for two months Shevchenkivskyi Court detains Director of Pavlohrad Chemical Plant (PChP) Leonid Shyman for two months. 4 230 16 Previously in trend: Case of supplying faulty mortar shell to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

тищенко London court has approved the arrest of Tyshchenko, former owner of Fortuna Bank. DOCUMENT London High Court in a multi-million case allowed to arrest Mr Sergiy Tyshchenko, an owner of a bankrupt Fortuna Bank and an owner of a group of companies "Factor". 6 611 12 World

блінкен Blinken urged Americans to leave Russia after arrest of WSJ journalist US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken condemned the arrest of The Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Hershkovich and called on Americans in the Russian Federation to leave as soon as possible. 4 580 12 World

Suspected crime boss Yatsyshyn, detained in Zhytomyr region July 28, placed in pre-trial custody Suspected crime boss Yatsyshyn, detained in Zhytomyr region July 28, placed in pre-trial custody Koroliovskyi district court of Zhytomyr imposed 60-day pre-trial detention on suspected leader of Nikopol-based crime ring Yan Yatsyshyn. 3 334 12 Incidents

seizure of Kyivstar shares: what is happening? Seizure of Kyivstar’s shares may be lifted soon: American investments will come to company - media The seizure of part of Kyivstar's corporate rights may be lifted in the near future. Instead of nationalization, the company expects to receive American investments. 4 561 12

балух Ukrainian activist Balukh to remain in custody in occupied Crimea until March 4 The Kremlin-controlled "Supreme Court" of Crimea has extended the arrest of Ukrainian activist and Crimean farmer Volodymyr Balukh until March 4. 5 955 11 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

Court extends house arrest for ex-judge Chaus Court extends house arrest for ex-judge Chaus Ukraine's High Anti-Corruption Court has extended until December 14 the round-the-clock house arrest for Mykola Chaus, a former judge of the Dniprovsky District Court of Kyiv who is suspected of taking a bribe, the court's press service has told. 965 11 Ukrainian Politics

орлан German arrests businessman suspected of selling engines for Orlan-10 drones to Russia The German businessman is suspected of violating the sanctions regime, namely selling engines for Russian Orlan-10 drones. 10 450 11 World

парубий Parubii instructs Rada’s procedural committee to consider motion on stripping MP Onyshchenko of immunity and his arrest Verkhovna Rada Chairman Andrii Parubii has instructed the Committee on Rules of Parliamentary Procedure and Support to Work of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to promptly consider the motion regarding the stripping of the parliamentary immunity, arrest, and confinement of lawmaker Oleksandr Onyshchenko, a member of Volia Narodu parliamentary group. 4 666 10 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

лавров,блінкен Blinken held phone conversation with Lavrov over WSJ journalist’s detention (updated) The heads of the US and Russian foreign policy departments, Anthony Blinken and Sergey Lavrov, held their first telephone conversation since July 2022. 3 099 10 World

Ukrainians Panov and Zakhtei earlier detained in Crimea secretly brought to Moscow’s Lefortovo prison week ago, - human rights activist Ukrainian citizens Yevhen Panov and Andrii Zakhtei who were unlawfully captured and arrested in occupied Crimea and later charged by Russia with plotting acts of sabotage on the peninsula were secretly taken to the Lefortovo prison in Moscow a week ago. 4 334 10 Previously in trend: Putin's provocation in Crimea

Ukraine Ukraine's court arrests ex-Interior Minister Zakharchenko, his dpty Ratushniak in absentia in case of illegal import of Russian grenades into Ukraine Pechersky District Court of Kyiv has imposed pretrial restraint on former Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Vitaliy Zakharchenko and his deputy Viktor Ratushniak in the form of detention in the case of illegal supplies of grenades from Russia and the organization of the embezzlement of funds of the Interior Ministry of Ukraine for their customs clearance. 1 304 9 Ukrainian Politics

суд Former Berkut fighter Honcharenko returned into custody: he is suspected of killing Euromaidan activists Former fighter of Berkut secret forces unit Vitalii Honcharenko is suspected of murdering three people on Feb. 18, 2014 at Kyiv's Maidan. The Pechersky District Court of Kyiv has changed the restraint measure from home arrest to jail for 60 days. 10 922 9 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

One of suspects in Kyiv shooting captured, - prosecutor's office The suspects involved in a car attack in the Obolon district of Kyiv, which killed one person and wounded another, have been identified. 9 490 9 Incidents

прапор 23-year-old girl was arrested in occupied Mariupol for blue-yellow ribbon in her braids, - Andryushchenko In the temporarily occupied Mariupol, the Russians arrested a 23-year-old girl for wearing a blue-yellow ribbon in her braids. 6 844 9 Previously in trend: War

Catherine Norris Trent Russian court arrests France 24 reporter Norris Trent in absentia for filming in Kursk region A Russian court has ordered the arrest of France 24 TV reporter Catherine Norris Trent, who is accused of allegedly illegally entering the Kursk region. 2 785 9

Prosecution requests to remand Uzhhorod Deputy Mayor Tsap without bail The Prosecutor's Office of the Zakarpattia region requested the court to remand without bail First Deputy Mayor of Uzhhorod Ishtvan Tsap, suspected of accepting a bribe. 4 262 9 Previously in trend: Grafters

гужва Prosecutor's Office will ask to arrest Huzhva with bail option, - Lutsenko Ihor Huzhva, Chief Editor of Strana.ua, was detained last night on taking bribe for not running a defamation article against a certain Ukrainian MP. 3 631 9 Previously in trend: Huzhva case

Hijacker of EgyptAir plane arrested, - Cyprus Foreign Ministry The man who for no known motives hijacked an EgyptAir plane Tuesday morning has been arrested. 10 086 8 World

борисов Court of appeal left former Odessa military commissar Borysov in custody The Kyiv Court of Appeal left in custody the former Odesa military commissar, Borysov Yevhen suspected of illegal enrichment. 2 477 8 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Kyiv developer Voitsekhovskyi bailed out, - media Developer Anatolii Voitsekhovskyi, suspected of tax evasion, was posted bail for today, July 27. 8 486 7 Incidents

Crimean lawyer Kurbedinov gets five-day prison term over 2013 post on Facebook Crimean lawyer Kurbedinov gets five-day prison term over 2013 post on Facebook The Kremlin’s rubberstamp court of the Kyiv district of the Russian-occupied city of Simferopol ruled to remand Crimean lawyer Emil Kurbedinov in custody for five days. 1 331 7 Previously in trend: Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

гроссі,рафаель IAEA is actively seeking explanations from Russians regarding detention of director of ZNPP Murashov, - Grossi The Russian occupiers confirmed to the IAEA the information about the temporary detention of the general director of the Zaporizhzhia NPP Ihor Murashov 1 463 7 War in Ukraine

журналист Lawyer Kurbedinov charged with extremist propaganda over Facebook video, - journalist Kurbedinov was arrested in Crimea this morning. 7 953 7 Previously in trend: Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

вагони Finland seizes more than 800 Russian freight cars due to EU sanctions - Reuters Finland seized 865 freight cars belonging to Russian companies under European Union sanctions. 3 427 7 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

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. 5 492 7 Previously in trend: War

Court attached 199.4 million hryvnia owned by ex-Minister Kolobov The Pechersk district court in Kyiv has attached 199,400,000 hryvnia on bank accounts belonging to ex-Finance Minister of Ukraine Yurii Kolobov at the request of the Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine (PGO). 4 841 6 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Court extends pre-trial detention for five ex-Berkut soldiers charged with murder of Maidan activists Sviatoshynskyi district court of Kyiv extended pre-trial detention for five former members of Berkut riot police who were charged with mass murder of Euromaidan activists. 2 977 6 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

Handziuk Handziuk's murder: Court arrests Manher and Levin for two months The Dniprovsky District Court in Kyiv city has arrested Vladyslav Manher and Oleksiy Levin for two months in the case on the murder of activist Kateryna Handziuk. 3 248 6 Previously in trend: Attack on Handziuk

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. 1 471 6 Previously in trend: War

арешт In Poltava region sentenced to 15 years of imprisonment of 9 fighters of so-called "DPR", - SSU According to the Security Service of Ukraine, 9 militants of the so-called "DPR" who fought against Ukraine were sentenced to 15 years in prison in Poltava region. The attackers were detained during the liberation of Kharkiv region. 3 102 6 War in Ukraine

Ex-commander of 155th Brigade Riumshyn remanded in custody Court considers extending arrest for ex-commander of 155th Brigade Riumshyn for another 6 months - media (updated) The Pecherskyi District Court of Kyiv has begun considering a motion to extend the term of detention of Dmytro Riumshyn, the former commander of the 155th "Anne of Kyiv" Brigade. 992 6 Previously in trend: Arrest of generals

Kyiv SBU ex-head Shchoholiev, tried for counter-Maidan operation, left in custody The Kyiv court of appeal has rejected a complaint about the arrest of Oleksandr Shchoholiev, former head of the SBU in Kyiv and Kyiv region suspected of involvement in the murders at Maidan. 1 878 5 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan