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The term "investigation" has taken center stage in Ukraine, unveiling a series of high-profile cases concerning elite real estate acquisitions and corruption. For instance, the family of Rivne NPP director Tkach, linked to the Mindich tapes, amassed luxury properties and vehicles worth millions. Similarly, Tetiana Koriavchenkova, wife of an MP, sparked controversies with claims about her family's lifestyle abroad. Meanwhile, serious fraud allegations surround families of police officials, pointing to undisclosed incomes and inexplicably opulent lifestyles. Important investigative developments also surfaced regarding significant state losses and procedural misconduct in law enforcement, emphasizing the critical role of investigations in unraveling complex corruption schemes and accountability practices.

What investigation is linked to the Rivne NPP director?

The investigation concerns the family of Rivne NPP director Taras Tkach. They acquired luxury properties and cars despite allegations of illicit activities linked to the Operation Midas recordings, raising suspicion of undeclared wealth and connections to corrupt practices.

What allegations are faced by National Police official Artem Shevchyshen?

Artem Shevchyshen's family is under scrutiny following the purchase of luxury apartments. There are also concerns regarding undisclosed incomes and his wife's promotion of a questionable financial scheme, suggesting possible conflicts and ethical breaches.

Are there ongoing investigations into Ukraine's government officials?

Yes, numerous investigations are targeting government officials in Ukraine for corruption and misuse of funds. Agencies like the SBI and NABU are actively involved in bringing light to these allegations and pursuing legal actions against those involved.

What investigation implicates Yurii Koriavchenkov's family?

Yurii Koriavchenkov, a Ukrainian MP, faces scrutiny after an investigation revealed discrepancies in declared business activities during purported trips abroad, including alleged misuse of public resources, which prompted public and legal interest in the case.

What role do international bodies play in Ukrainian investigations?

International bodies such as Eurojust play crucial roles in supporting Ukrainian civilian and military investigations, offering expertise and facilitating cross-border cooperation, especially in cases involving war crimes and international audits of corruption.

What is the impact of these investigations on Ukraine's fight against corruption?

These investigations underscore Ukraine's ongoing battle against corruption, highlighting the government's commitment to transparency and accountability. They help identify and prosecute corrupt actors, reinforce legal frameworks, and build public confidence.

How do these investigations affect Ukraine's public perception abroad?

Ukraine's efforts to address corruption through thorough investigations enhance its image as a nation committed to reform and the rule of law, positively influencing international opinions and fostering potential foreign investments and collaborations.

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SBI Bihus.Info has uncovered "secret" deputy director of SBI, Pekar, who earns salary in millions and owns expensive assets Journalists have discovered that Oleksii Sukhachov, director of the State Bureau of Investigations, has another deputy, Rostyslav Pekar, about whom no public information has been available until now. He earns over 3 million hryvnias a year and drives a new official Toyota Prado worth approximately 60,000 dollars. 9 361 25 Previously in trend: Income of SBI employees

Taras Tkach Family of Rivne NPP director Tkach, figure in Mindich tapes, acquired elite real estate and car fleet – Bihus.Info The family of Taras Tkach, head of the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant, who appears in the tapes from Operation Midas, built a mansion near Kyiv, invested in a penthouse in a newly built residential complex in the capital, and assembled a car collection, including a BMW X7 worth around $150,000. 6 554 37

Koriavchenkov Wife of "Servant of People" Koriavchenkova justified his fictitious business trip: "We were treating our dog in Spain" Tetiana Koriavchenkova, the wife of Yurii Koriavchenkov, a member of parliament for the "Servant of the People" party, has expressed outrage at an investigation by "Ukrainska Pravda" into her family's life in Spain. 33 469 202 Previously in trend: Koriavchenkov’s trip abroad

Investigation into the lifestyle of the family of National Police Colonel Artem Shevchyshen Mother-in-law of Shevchyshen, National Police official close to Tatarov, bought luxury property in Kyiv, whilst wife promoted fraudulent scheme, - media The mother-in-law of Artem Shevchyshen, deputy head of the National Police’s Main Investigation Department, owns a flat in one of Kyiv’s most expensive residential complexes, valued at at least $430,000. The official’s wife, meanwhile, earns a high income, the source of which raises questions, and in the past promoted a project with characteristics of a pyramid scheme. 6 882 27 Previously in trend: Declaration of false information Lifestyle of Shevchyshen’s family, Colonel of National Police

Buznytskyi UAH 9 instead of 10 million: top SBI official Buznytskyi gets apartment from SSU in central Kyiv almost for free – media In 2024, Dmytro Buznytskyi, Deputy Head of the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI), privatised an official apartment from the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) in central Kyiv in 2024 for UAH 9.47. 6 330 35

Cyber police chief in Chernihiv inherits Porsche worth UAH 4 million Chernihiv region’s top cyber police officer Bahola inherits Porsche worth UAH 4 million from mother, with no data on her business or declarations – Slidstvo.Info Oleksandr Bahola, head of the cybercrime counteraction department in Chernihiv region at the Cyber Police Department of the National Police of Ukraine, inherited a 2022 Porsche Cayenne worth nearly UAH 4 million from his 75-year-old mother. 15 529 50

Relatives of three National Police operatives bought up luxury property worth millions of dollars Cottages in Bukovel and estate near Kyiv: families of three Kyiv-based Cyber Police operatives acquired property worth millions of dollars – Bihus.Info The families of three operatives from the National Police’s Cyber Police Department — Yevhen Horbunov, Huram Hindiia and Ihor Terianyk — have simultaneously acquired real estate worth several million dollars over the past three years. 30 317 76

BEB Elite cars, real estate and Russian passports: what Bihus.Info journalists found in family of BES official from Volyn The family of Serhii Zhuravlov, deputy head of the Volyn regional office of the Bureau of Economic Security, owns expensive cars and elite real estate. The official himself explains some of these assets as help from his father, who lives in occupied territory and holds a Russian passport. 14 130 41 Previously in trend: cases of illicit enrichment

Head of the President’s Office Kyrylo Budanov I fully support anti-corruption authorities in cleaning up Ukrainian government, - Budanov The head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that he personally supports the efforts of Ukraine's anti-corruption system in investigating relevant crimes in the government. 2 914 41 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Corruption in Ukraine

Bihus.Info exposed the elite property of the chief prosecutor of Odesa region, Svatok Family of head of Odesa Regional Prosecutor’s Office, Svatok, purchased two apartments and Range Rover at half price, - Bihus.Info The chief prosecutor of Odesa region, Andrii Svatok, and his wife purchased two apartments, a parking space, and a Range Rover at prices significantly below market value. 10 206 26 Previously in trend: Prosecutors’ wealth

audio recording screen Nearly UAH 3bn in losses: SBI uncovers large-scale scheme in supply of unfit mines for Ukraine’s Armed Forces Under prosecutors’ procedural supervision, a pre-trial investigation is being conducted into alleged misappropriation of budget funds on an especially large scale, laundering of criminal proceeds, and the creation of and participation in a criminal organization. 3 850 29

Media investigation into the Drozdov law enforcement dynasty National Police investigator Drozd bought business-class property for $100,000. This does not match her declaration – media In 2020, Liudmyla Drozd, a senior investigator with the National Police in Odesa region, bought property in Kyiv’s Solomianskyi business-class residential complex. However, she paid more for the apartment and two parking spaces than her declaration for that year showed, the equivalent of $100,000. 8 358 44 Previously in trend: Undeclared assets Wealth of the Drozd law enforcement dynasty

Kryvolapov Deputy cyber police chief Kryvolapov lives in $500,000 luxury flat, paying rent to his Russian brother – Bihus.Info Deputy Head of the Cyber Police Department Volodymyr Kryvolapov lives in a luxury apartment in Kyiv that was bought by his Russian brother. Another apartment next door was purchased by the law enforcement officer’s mother, who remains in Russian-occupied territory together with his father, who supports Russia’s war against Ukraine on social media. 16 973 94 Previously in trend: Property of cyber police officer Kryvolapov

Khandusenko Understated property prices, hidden Bentley and his wife’s jewellery: how deputy head of Odesa tax office Khandusenko lives Dmytro Khandusenko, deputy head of the Odesa tax office, declares his property and million-hryvnia assets at prices understated dozens of times. Meanwhile, his wife flaunts a blue Bentley and trips to Paris and Lake Como on Instagram. 9 224 46 Previously in trend: Assets of tax officials

military, afu Russians shoot three Ukrainian prisoners of war in Zaporizhzhia region: prosecutor’s office launches investigation The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the enemy's shooting of three Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Zaporizhzhia region. 5 090 23 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Execution of Ukrainian POWs

Svyrydenko Government awaiting results of legal proceedings concerning "Energoatom" and ready to assist NABU and SAPO, - Svyrydenko Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko commented on the investigation by anti-corruption authorities into embezzlement in the energy sector. 4 456 62 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption

Since the beginning of the year, the SBI has sent more than 6,500 indictments to court. Since beginning of year, SBI has sent 6,500 corruption cases to court, including against MPs and judges Employees of the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) continue to systematically combat corruption in government and law enforcement agencies. 717 15 Previously in trend: Officials’ abuse of power

The State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the tragedy in Dnipropetrovsk region on 1 November Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region on 1 November: State Bureau of Investigation investigates death of Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers as negligence Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) have launched a pre-trial investigation into the death and injury of Ukrainian servicemen as a result of Russian shelling in the Dnipropetrovsk region on 1 November. 4 973 14 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region

Donald Trump Trump calls for investigation of 2019 "Ukrainian impeachment" US President Donald Trump has called for an investigation into events related to the so-called "Ukrainian impeachment" of 2019. 21 382 71 Previously in trend: Trump’s impeachment

In nine months, the State Bureau of Investigation has referred nearly 6,000 corruption cases to court. In nine months, State Bureau of Investigation referred 5,879 corruption cases to court: among accused are MPs, judges, and customs officers Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation continue to systematically fight corruption in government and law enforcement agencies. In the first nine months of 2025, SBI investigators completed pre-trial investigations in 5,879 criminal proceedings and sent indictments against 6,321 people to court. 771 5

Prosecutor General: indictments filed in 178 fatal road accident cases 69 dead and 99 injured: indictments filed in 178 road accident cases "stalled" for years – Kravchenko Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced that indictments have been filed in 178 criminal cases concerning traffic accidents with severe consequences, investigations of which had dragged on for more than 3–5 years. These crashes resulted in 69 deaths, including three children, and left 99 people seriously injured, among them nine children. 2 164 11 Previously in trend: Fatal traffic accidents

An investigation has been launched into the accident in Zhytomyr in which the prosecutor was killed Pre-trial investigation has been launched into fatal traffic accident in Zhytomyr in which prosecutor was killed A pre-trial investigation has been launched into a fatal road accident in Zhytomyr, which killed a prosecutor. 7 058 17

Kiriushchenko and Zelenskyy Director of "Servant of People" became largest gas trader and UAV manufacturer thanks to his friendship with Zelenskyy Director and screenwriter of the series "Servant of the People" Oleksii Kiriushchenko is siphoning off millions of hryvnias from his new company El-Energo in cooperation with firms linked to MP from the OPZZh party Yurii Boiko. 25 020 92

murderer,mykhailo,parubii,stselnikov Suspect in Parubii’s murder had been justifying Russia even before his son disappeared on front line, - media Mykhailo Stselnikov, a suspect in the murder of former Verkhovna Rada Speaker Andrii Parubii , had been justifying the actions of the aggressor country Russia even before his son went missing at the front defending Ukraine. 10 825 187 Previously in trend: Murder of Andrii Parubii

weapons, chemical Schemes identified Russian units that use chemical weapons against Ukrainian military personnel Russian invaders are violating the laws and customs of war by using chemical weapons in Ukraine. Journalists have identified some of the Russian units that are using chemical weapons prohibited by international law against the Ukrainian Defence Forces. 2 547 4 Previously in trend: use of prohibited chemical weapons

Mamoian’s assistant helped Artem Dmytruk escape Luxurious villa of OPFL MP and "authority" Mamoian During the war, MP from the Opposition Platform – For Life party (OPFL) Suto Mamoian moved into a vast mansion located on a plot worth at least $2 million, a property not listed in the real estate register nor in the deputy’s asset declaration. 15 393 58

Patskan Apartments in elite residential complex registered to his grandmother, Rolex and Cartier watches for his wife, and almost empty declaration: Bihus.Info found out how new prosecutor of Zakarpattia, Patskan, lives The newly appointed head of the Zakarpattia Regional Prosecutor's Office, Myroslav Patskan, has an almost empty declaration, but lives in luxury real estate registered to the grandmother of the prosecutor's wife. 15 733 87 Previously in trend: Prosecutors’ wealth

Tkalenko Relatives of new Vinnytsia prosecutor Tkalenko, whom Tatarov invited to his birthday party, bought real estate in Kyiv worth over $1 million - Bihus.info Relatives of the new prosecutor of Vinnytsia region, Oleh Tkalenko, have acquired several properties in Kyiv worth more than a million dollars during his time at the Kyiv region prosecutor's office. 7 912 57 Previously in trend: Prosecutors’ wealth

Pronin New Head of State Financial Monitoring Pronin brings family friend, photographer, former McDonald’s employee, and people from his previous workplace into his team – Bihus.info After Filip Pronin was appointed as head of the State Financial Monitoring Service, the agency has turned into a club of "insiders." Pronin’s team now includes employees from his previous workplace, a family friend, and individuals without the necessary professional background. 17 786 92

Chernyshov Chernyshov hid real estate worth millions of dollars in Kozyn, - BIHUS.Info Former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Chernyshov is linked to a large-scale construction project in Kozyn worth millions of dollars. 15 952 63 Previously in trend: Bihus.info investigation on Chernyshov

Stefanishyna SAPO registers criminal case to investigate Stefanishyna’s possible involvement in ARMA corruption The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office has registered a criminal proceeding to investigate the possible involvement of Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Minister of Justice Olha Stefanishyna, in corruption related to ARMA. 2 509 17 Previously in trend: People close to Stefanishyna obtain assets via ARMA

Czech police Investigation launched in Czech Republic against companies that supplied sanctioned goods to Russia - media Czech law enforcement officials have launched an investigation against a number of local companies whose goods, according to customs data and information provided by the Office of the President of Ukraine, continue to enter the Russian Federation through intermediaries in third countries, including Serbia. 886 2 Previously in trend: sanctions circumvention

Investigation initiated against Trump US senators initiate investigation into Trump: he has not imposed sanctions against Russia for five months Three US Democratic senators, Jeanne Shaheen, Elizabeth Warren and Chris Coons, have initiated an investigation into the reasons why the administration of President Donald Trump has not imposed new sanctions against Russia for almost 5 months. 6 154 31 Previously in trend: U.S. sanctions against Russia

journalist Police detain hromadske journalist who documented Stefanishyna using undeclared apartment After hromadske journalist Maksym Kotsiubynskyi documented that Justice Minister Olha Stefanishyna was using an apartment not listed in her asset declaration, he was taken to a police station. 20 944 125 Previously in trend: Detention of hromadske journalist

Toktomushev Former manager of businessman Granz Toktomushev works in Presidential Administration as advisor on veterans, IDPs and children’s rights, - BIHUS.Info In early 2025, Rysbek Toktomushev became an advisor to the Directorate for Veteran Policy, IDPs, Healthcare and Children's Rights of the Office of the President of Ukraine. Toktomushev is a long-time manager and ex-partner of businessman Artur Granz, who is associated with large-scale cigarette smuggling schemes and the promotion of online casinos with a Russian trace to the Ukrainian market. 11 901 63 Previously in trend: Tokmushev, in his position at OP

US may cut funding for investigations of Russian war crimes in Ukraine White House seeks to halt funding for investigations into Russian war crimes in Ukraine – media The U.S. administration has recommended terminating funding for nearly two dozen programs investigating war crimes worldwide, including those in Myanmar, Syria, and Russian atrocities in the war against Ukraine. 3 329 28 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Investigation of Russian war crimes

Mustetsa Deputy Prosecutor General Mustetsa’s father took over $1 million abroad at start of full-scale invasion – investigation At the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vasyl Mustetsa — the father of Deputy Prosecutor General Ihor Mustetsa — transported $1.1 million and €100,000 in cash to Romania without declaring it. 3 375 24 Previously in trend: Assets of Ihor Mustetsa’s family

Stefanyishyna People close to Deputy PM Stefanishyna obtained management of four real estate assets through ARMA – investigation Individuals from the inner circle of Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration and Justice Minister Olha Stefanishyna have been granted control over four large real estate properties via ARMA. Among them is the Trade Unions Building on Independence Square. 61 788 34 Previously in trend: People close to Stefanishyna obtain assets via ARMA

Мустеца Mustetsa family acquired luxury real estate and vehicles worth hundreds of thousands of dollars during wartime – investigation During the full-scale war, relatives of Ukraine’s Deputy Prosecutor General Ihor Mustetsa became owners of luxury real estate and purchased high-end vehicles worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. 5 577 62 Previously in trend: Assets of Ihor Mustetsa’s family

Portnov murder: Spain seals investigation Spanish court seals investigation into Portnov’s murder – media A judge in Spain investigating the murder of Andrii Portnov, former deputy head of the Presidential Administration under Viktor Yanukovych, has ordered the case materials to be sealed. 5 385 62 Previously in trend: The murder of Andrii Portnov

Loyf Maliuk dismissed SSU employee Loyf from his post after journalistic investigation - media The head of the Main Directorate for Counterintelligence Support of Critical Infrastructure and Countering the Financing of Terrorism, Anatolii Loyf, was dismissed. 50 300 152

shelling, war crime Over 162 thousand war crimes of Russian Federation documented in Ukraine - Prosecutor General’s Office Since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, more than 162,000 war crimes of the Russian Federation have been registered. 564 2 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Investigation of Russian war crimes

Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi denied Syrskyi denied NYT’s claim about changing 2023 counteroffensive plan: "I learned lot about myself" Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi said that the information of the American edition of The New York Times about the change in the plan of counteroffensive in the summer of 2023 is not true. 4 365 38 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s counter-offensive in 2023

The mandate of the UN commission of inquiry into violations in Ukraine is extended Mandate of UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Violations in Ukraine is extended The mandate of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry to investigate violations in Ukraine has been extended for another year. The relevant draft resolution of the UN Human Rights Council was adopted. 632 5 Previously in trend: investigation of violations in Ukraine

Investigation of the F-16 crash in Ukraine Case of Ukrainian F-16 plane crash: SBI investigators continue examinations The State Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the F-16 fighter jet crash that occurred on August 26, 2024, which led to the death of Ukrainian pilot Oleksii Mes (Moonfish). 4 681 13 Previously in trend: Investigation of F-16 crash

EU on the US withdrawal from the center for investigating Russian crimes US has officially announced termination of its participation in International Center for Investigation of Russian Crimes against Ukraine - EU The European Union has confirmed that the United States will withdraw from the international group investigating Russia's crimes in the war against Ukraine, the United States has officially notified Eurojust of its withdrawal. 3 483 47 Previously in trend: US leaves team investigating Russian crimes in Ukraine

trump and putin United States withdraws from International Centre for Investigation of Russian Crimes against Ukraine. Trump refuses to hold Putin accountable - New York Times The US will withdraw from the international group investigating Russia's actions in the war against Ukraine. 24 050 219 Previously in trend: US leaves team investigating Russian crimes in Ukraine

Dynamics of solving murders in Ukraine in 2024 In 2024, Ukraine recorded lowest number of unsolved murders in history of independence - National Police In 2024, Ukraine reached a historic low in the number of unsolved murders. Last year, 1052 premeditated murders were committed on the territory of the state, of which 1043 perpetrators were brought to justice. 3 058 11

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