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The concept of escape includes a variety of dramatic stories and incidents that involve fleeing and evasion under different circumstances. Key recent events impacted by escape include four prisoners of war who managed to break free from a convoy in Kramatorsk, causing an urgent manhunt. Also, high-profile officials like Denys Komarnytskyi and MPs such as Oleksandr Kunytskyi fled Ukraine, allegedly with covert assistance. Syrian dictator Assad reportedly escaped aided by Russian disinformation. Additionally, courageous acts like the escape of scout Vados from captivity highlight personal bravery. In more controversial scenarios, Ukrainian athletes returned to perceived homelands or officials were assisted by corrupt networks, perpetually testing law enforcement and international cooperation. These multifaceted escape cases reflect ongoing geopolitical tensions and individual acts of survival and defiance.

What are the notable escape incidents involving prisoners of war?

One significant incident involved four prisoners of war who escaped from a convoy in Kramatorsk. This incident heightened regional security concerns and prompted law enforcement to launch an extensive search operation to recapture the individuals. Such escape attempts highlight vulnerabilities within transportation protocols for detainees during conflicts.

How did law enforcement officials allegedly enable escapes?

In certain incidents, law enforcement officials have been accused of facilitating escapes. For example, Denys Komarnytskyi allegedly crossed borders with clandestine assistance from law enforcement and special services. Such actions raise questions about internal corruption and the challenges in maintaining integrity within public institutions.

Who is Larysa Zhalinska and what prompted her escape?

Larysa Zhalinska, a Ukrainian rowing champion, reportedly traveled to Russia citing a visit to her "historic homeland." Her departure attracted attention due to her role in Ukraine’s National Guard, revealing complexities in personal identity and loyalty amidst geopolitical tensions.

What was the escape strategy of Assad from Syria?

Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad reportedly used disinformation spread by Russian operatives to cover his escape from Syria. They orchestrated a false narrative involving a plane crash, showcasing how geopolitical influence and media manipulation can be weaponized to maneuver leaders out of crisis situations.

Who was involved in planning escape routes for Ukrainian political figures?

Various Ukrainian politicians have been implicated in planned escapes to avoid legal proceedings. Notable cases involve Members of Parliament who allegedly orchestrated their evasion with the help of third parties, exploiting parliamentary privileges and international flight routes to evade justice.

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Ukrainian UAV operators of the Spartan brigade eliminate enemy infantry Spartan brigade drones eliminate occupiers trying to flee and knock down UAVs with rifles. VIDEO The soldiers of the 3rd Operational Brigade named after Colonel Petro Bolbochan "Spartan" of the National Guard of Ukraine showcased the effective use of strike drones on one of the frontline sectors. 5 703 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Russian prisoners of war escape in Kramatorsk Four prisoners of war escaped from convoy in Kramatorsk, - Andriushchenko. PHOTO Russian prisoners of war escaped from a convoy in Kramatorsk, Donetsk region. They have been put on the wanted list. 10 008 37 Previously in trend: Escape of russian pows

Who helped Denys Komarnytskyi to flee abroad Law enforcement officers and special services helped Komarnytskyi, "watchdog for Kyiv", to flee abroad - media Denys Komarnytskyi, a defendant in the "Clean City" case, is abroad. He was able to cross the border thanks to representatives of law enforcement agencies and special services. 21 069 109 Previously in trend: Komarnytskyi’s case

Ukrainian rowing champion Larysa Zhalinska flees to Russia "I returned to my historical homeland": Ukrainian rowing champion Zhalinska flees to Russia. PHOTO Ukrainian rowing champion and National Guard member Larysa Zhalinska said she had travelled to Russia on a tourist ticket to visit her "historic homeland". 25 286 141

People’s Deputy Kunytskyi left Ukraine on a week-long business trip from the Rada ’Servant of People’ Kunytskyi left Ukraine for US on ’week-long business trip’ from Rada - media People's Deputy from the Servant of the People party Oleksandr Kunytskyi left Ukraine on September 23 on the basis of a parliamentary "week-long business trip" to the United States to "deepen Ukrainian-American interparliamentary cooperation." The fugitive has not returned since. 9 698 57

Assad Russia helped Assad to escape from Syria under guise of disinformation about plane crash - DIU The Russians helped Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad escape from the country, covering it up by spreading disinformation about the alleged crash of the plane carrying him. 10 602 37

Слуга народу Куницький втік з України "Servant of People" Kunytskyi fled Ukraine - media Oleksandr Kunytskyi, a member of the Servant of the People party, fled Ukraine on a business trip. 34 628 144

Розвідник Вадим втік з російського полону Scout from 58th Brigade with call sign Vados managed to escape from captivity, return to his comrades and continue fighting occupiers. PHOTO Professionalism and experience, multiplied by strength of mind and courage, helped Vados to get out of an almost hopeless situation alive and even unharmed. 8 109 13 Previously in trend: War

Журналісти встановили місцеперебування Дмитрука у Лондоні Escape of "servant of people" Dmytruk was not spontaneous, but carefully planned - mass media. VIDEO+PHOTOS Artem Dmytruk, a Servant of the People MP (now unaffiliated) who fled Ukraine, has probably been planning his escape for a long time. 17 504 80

Слуга народу Дмитрук розповів, як втік з України Fugitive "Servant of People" Dmytruk: They wanted to eliminate me on instructions of PO Artem Dmytruk, a deputy of the Servant of the People party (now unaffiliated), said he fled Ukraine because they allegedly wanted to eliminate him. 16 733 119

ВАКС оголосив нардепа Андрія Одарченка у міжнародний розшук HACC puts "servant of people" Odarchenko, who fled abroad, on international wanted list The High Anti-Corruption Court has put "Servant of the People" MP Andrii Odarchenko on the national and international wanted list. The day before, it was reported that he had fled abroad. 2 757 32

Слуга народу Одарченко втік за кордон "Servant of People" Odarchenko, who was exposed for corruption, fled abroad - AntAC "Servant of the People" MP Andrii Odarchenko fled abroad. 18 511 104

Факт перетину кордону Артемом Дмитруком встановлено PGO filed petition with Interpol and appealed to number of countries to detain "servant of people" Dmytruk The Prosecutor General's Office has requested the detention and temporary arrest of Artem Dmytruk, a Servant of the People MP (now unaffiliated) suspected of attacks on a military officer and a law enforcement officer, for the purpose of his further extradition to Ukraine. 2 552 24

Встановлено осіб, які допомогли Дмитруку втекти з України Three persons who helped "servant of people" Dmytruk to flee abroad are served suspicion notices - Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTO Three people who helped Servant of the People MP Artem Dmytruk (now unaffiliated) flee Ukraine have been identified and served with a notice of suspicion. 15 837 53

Військові агітують ув’язнених Three mobilized ex-prisoners returned to military unit in Odesa region after escape - OC "South" On August 24, three soldiers who had signed a contract for military service in prison left the territory of a training center in Odesa region. Within a day, law enforcement officers found them and returned them to the military unit. 9 900 24

дмитрук втік з України "Servant of people" Dmytruk, who defended UOC-MP, fled Ukraine - mass media MP Artem Dmytruk, elected from the Servant of the People party (now unaffiliated), who defended the UOC-MP in Ukraine, illegally left the country. 32 231 243

Геннадій Боголюбов: як виїхав з України? Boholiubov left Ukraine using passport of 67-year-old Volyn resident - media. DOCUMENT Businessman and former co-owner of Privatbank Hennadii Boholiubov left the country using the passport of a resident of Volyn region, 67-year-old Mykola Kuprianovych Siumak. Boholiubov rejected the version that his wife Emine Dzhaparova, a permanent representative to international organisations in Vienna, helped him travel abroad. 22 065 119

Мобілізація засуджених Information on escape of mobilised ex-prisoners from training centre is fake - Land Forces The information about the escape of former convicts who joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine and are being trained in one of the training centres is not true. 5 525 21

бій Company of Russians flees from its position under blows of units of Armed Forces. VIDEO A unit of the Russian occupiers, no less than a company, abandoned its positions and began to flee through the forest after the Ukrainian soldiers began to attack. 27 314 83 Previously in trend: War

рф,форма,армія,втеча That’s how Muscovites ran away. Naked! - soldiers of Ukrainian Armed Forces found a dump of Russian uniforms on Dnipro bank. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers found a bunch of Russian military uniforms on a Dnipro bank. 32 532 41 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

енергодар Russian soldiers and their henchmen began to flee from Enerhodar. They take loot with them - Energoatom In the temporarily occupied Enerhodar, looted property began to be removed from the compact residences of the Russian military and the occupying "administration" of the city. 17 274 31 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

People who escaped from observation in Kyiv were found and fined People who escaped from observation in Kyiv were found and fined The police found and fined every person who escaped from the observation at Kozatsky hotel. 11 770 53 Previously in trend: Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

плотницкий ‘LPR’ terrorists’ leader Plotnitsky left for Russia, - media Unidentified armed persons still hold the central area of occupied Luhansk. 106 063 205 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

побег Mykolayiv mayor fled from police through office balcony, - local media. PHOTO Mykolaiv city mayor Oleksandr Senkevych, who was supposed to receive a protocol of corruption-related administrative violation on June 14, fled from police and journalists through office balcony. 103 459 178 Ukrainian Politics

стрельба беркут грушевского Two charged Berkut fighters continue serving in National Police, - PGO Andrii Khandrykin and Volodymyr Riiako, former servicemen of Kharkiv Berkut riot police unit, still serve in the Kharkiv National Police department. 11 711 51 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

савченко Person named in "Onyshchenko's gas case" Svichenko has fled, - Nashi Hroshi Serhii Svichenko, who is named in the so-called "gas case of Onyshchenko," has fled and been put on wanted list. 27 925 85 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

янукович Yanukovych fled in company of Polezhai, Pshonka and Zakharchenko, - security guards Witnesses' interviews were read out in Pechersk district court of Kyiv which hears the case of fugitive ex-president Viktor Yanukovych. 217 080 196 Ukrainian Politics

побег антимайдановец Kharkiv separatist Lohvynov caught while trying to escape to Russia. PHOTOS The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine captured a citizen suspected of organizing and participating in the riots during the seizure of the Kharkiv Regional State Administration building in April 2014. 167 324 267 Incidents

стрельба Suspect in yesterday shooting in Kyiv downtown apprehended in Boryspil airport, - Kryshchenko After committing the crime, the suspect has attempted to flee to Turkey, but was apprehended and sent to a detention center. 72 912 39 Incidents

Fake health certificate issued for fugitive Judge Chaus in Crimea shows he can die any moment, - SAP Head Kholodnytskyi The lawyer of Mykola Chaus submitted a health certificate to NABU evidencing that the judge was being treated in a medical facility in occupied Crimea. 14 605 41 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

мельничук максим Former head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration Melnychuk escaped during arrest of accomplice, - Avakov Former head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration Maksym Melnychuk escaped during the arrest of his accomplice and might be put on the wanted list. 81 558 159 Previously in trend: Corruption in Kyiv Regional State Administration

ильченко "Upon reaching checkpoint, I knelt, kissed the ground and started praying," - activist Ilchenko told about his escape from occupants in Crimea. PHOTOS Activist Yurii Ilchenko, who had been detained by occupant authorities in Crimea, told the story of his escape from the captivity and reaching the mainland Ukraine. 120 705 138 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Ukrainian hostages in Russia

"I cannot say where exactly he is," - SAP Head Kholodnytskyi on Judge Chaus’ whereabouts Head of the Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP) Nazar Kholodnytskyi has no information on location of corrupt Judge Mykola Chaus. According to him, it is the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) that is authorized to search for the judge-grafter. 9 263 32 Previously in trend: Grafters

корбан чаус "This bastard still managed to escape," - MP Bereza about corrupt Judge Chaus The whereabouts of Judge Mykola Chaus who has been recently caught red-handed accepting a $150,000 bribe is unknown. 91 250 323 Previously in trend: Grafters

шахов Elita-Centr owner Shakhov (Volkonskyi) escapes from house arrest. VIDEO Owner of ill-famed Elita-Centr [construction project whose owners allegedly stole money from its investors - ed.] Oleksandr Shakhov (Volkonskyi) has escaped from house arrest. 48 366 82 Society

майдан беркут PGO established organizer of former Berkut commandos’ escape and hiding of their weapons The Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine has identified the person who facilitated the escape of the majority of Berkut soldiers after the Revolution of Dignity and hiding of weapons issued to this Berkut detachment. 87 140 79 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

NATO should remain open to Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova, Poland's president says NATO should support Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova and pursue an open-door policy regarding these countries. 5 749 69 World

Onyshchenko assures he is in Austria: "I am preparing for Olympics" MP Oleksandr Onyshchenko (Volia Narodu parliamentary group) claimed that he fled from Ukraine as he did not believe that he would be granted the right to defend himself adequately. 27 734 121 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

романчук Mykolaiv region vice governor, accused of bribe-taking, disappeared from hospital Mykolaiv Regional State Administration First Deputy Head Mykola Romanchuk was discharged from the hospital and fled in unknown direction. 154 338 742 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

шевцов Former Vinnytsia region police chief Shevtsov charged with treason, - SBU The Security Service have instituted criminal proceedings against former Vinnytsia region police chief Anton Shevtsov suspected of treason. 98 457 309 Ukrainian Politics

шевцов shevtsov Former Vinnytsia region police head Shevtsov detained while trying to leave for Russia, - SBU. PHOTOS The officers of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) detained former Head of Vinnytsia regional police Anton Shevtsov when he was attempting to travel to the Russian Federation. 249 294 688 Incidents

майдан беркут Chief Military Prosecutor told why special operation to detain 20 Berkut soldiers involved in Maidan massacre ended in fiasco A large-scale special operation to detain 20 officers of Berkut riot police, who had been involved in crimes during the Revolution of Dignity, was planned to be carried out in August 2014, but it was disrupted as someone has hinted or warned the suspects. 77 928 221 Oddities

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

рф Russian army has threefold increase in draft dodging and twofold in AWOLs - Official statistics The number of soldiers run away from the military installations has grown twice, and the number of dodgers evading military service has tripled. 96 315 310 World

путин Putin Admits That He Helped Yanukovych Escape From Ukraine Ousted Ukrainian leader Viktor Yanukovych received Russian aid to escape the country in February, President Vladimir Putin said. 104 450 219 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family

Poroshenko Shocked by Court Decision to Release Berkut Ex-Commander President Poroshenko is shocked by the court decree placing Berkut Special Forces detachment commander Dmytro Sadovnyk suspected of involvement in mass executions of activists on the Maidan in February under the house arrest. 55 367 317 Oddities

Terrorists Attacked the Prison in Luhansk and Helped Eight Prisoners to Escape The militants of the so-called "Donetsk People's Republic" helped eight prisoners to escape from the Slovianoserbsk prison. 30 452 87 Incidents