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Recent court proceedings in Ukraine have highlighted numerous socio-political issues. Noteworthy cases include the sentencing of an FSB informant in Sumy, revealing espionage challenges faced by the Security Service of Ukraine. Additionally, Kyiv regions were shocked by schemes involving undue influence on medical institutions, demonstrating pervasive corruption issues. The judiciary also tackled abuse of authority instances, with courts in Lviv sentencing servicemen for AWOL and the contentious prosecution of figures involved in mobilization deferral scams. These proceedings underline the judiciary's critical role in upholding justice amidst the complex landscape of war and political strife.

What are recent significant court rulings in Ukraine?

Recent significant rulings encompass espionage cases, such as the imprisonment of an FSB informant, corruption scandals involving medical influence schemes, and disciplinary cases against military personnel. These cases reflect the judiciary's proactive stance in addressing national security and corruption challenges within Ukraine.

How do court rulings affect Ukraine's fight against corruption?

Court rulings in Ukraine play a crucial role in combating corruption by addressing legal loopholes and penalizing wrongful actions such as undue influence in institutions. Judicial decisions address significant societal issues, helping reform systemic governance challenges and bolster public trust in the legal system.

What legal challenges does Ukraine currently face?

Ukraine faces numerous legal challenges, primarily related to espionage, military offenses, and corruption. Courts are actively involved in adjudicating cases of espionage involving foreign informants, misconduct among military personnel, and widespread corruption scams, impacting the country's governance and societal stability.

How are military offenses addressed by courts in Ukraine?

The Ukrainian judiciary addresses military offenses through stringent sentences aimed at deterring wrongful behavior. Recent cases have seen courts impose significant penalties on personnel going AWOL, engaging in spying, and attempting to defraud military mobilization processes, emphasizing the judiciary's role in preserving discipline and integrity within the armed forces.

What impact do legal proceedings have on political figures in Ukraine?

Legal proceedings significantly impact political dynamics in Ukraine by holding figures accountable for alleged malpractices like corruption and treason. High-profile cases against MPs and former officials underscore judicial efforts to enforce accountability, affecting broader political and governance structures.

How is the Ukrainian judiciary involved in addressing espionage issues?

The Ukrainian judiciary plays a vital role in addressing espionage by adjudicating cases involving foreign agents. Actions like imprisoning FSB informants signify Ukraine's resolute commitment to safeguarding national security and preventing external interference, relying on rigorous legal processes to maintain state integrity.

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In Russia, a Ukrainian soldier killed at the front is being tried for arson at an administrative building Ukrainian killed at front continues to be tried in Russia for arson attack on occupation administration in 2022. PHOTO The Southern District Military Court in Rostov-on-Don is continuing to hear the case concerning the arson attack on the building of the occupation administration in the village of Novobohdanivka, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, which took place in the summer of 2022. 1 518 4

Blogger from Vinnytsia Oleksandr Shavliuk Blogger from Vinnytsia was sentenced to three years in prison for fraud and insulting TCR military personnel The Vinnytsia City Court has handed down a sentence to Oleksandr Shavliuk, the founder of a news agency and a blogger, finding him guilty of fraud and of insulting the honour and dignity of military personnel. He has been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment. 11 007 163 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Fraudulent schemes

PrivatBank wins appeal against Kolomoiskyi and Boholiubov Kolomoiskyi and Boholiubov lose appeal: must return $3 billion to PrivatBank PrivatBank has won in court against its former owners, Ihor Kolomoiskyi and Hennadii Boholiubov, who tried to challenge a court ruling issued against them in July 2025. 3 837 39 Previously in trend: Nationalization of Privatbank

Oleksandr Tsukerman Midas case figure Tsukerman sues Zelenskyy: he seeks cancellation of imposed sanctions Oleksandr Tsukerman, a defendant in the ‘Midas’ case, is seeking, through the Administrative Court of Cassation, to have the sanctions imposed on him by the National Security and Defence Council—which were introduced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy—declared unlawful and revoked. 3 805 50 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Mindich has taken legal action against Zelenskyy over the NSDC sanctions Mindich has taken legal action against Zelenskyy: he is seeking lifting of sanctions imposed on him Tymur Mindich has filed a lawsuit against President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with the Administrative Court of Cassation. 7 927 101 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

In 97% of last year’s cases from the register of corrupt officials, the punishment was a fine Punishment of corrupt officials this year: no imprisonment, only fines In Ukraine, courts handed down 814 rulings in corruption cases between January and April of this year, which is 27% fewer than during the same period last year, yet nearly twice as many as before the start of the full-scale war. 2 320 25 Previously in trend: Corruption in Ukraine

The case concerning rehabilitation centres has been referred to court Case of pseudo-rehabilitation centres, where nearly 300 people were illegally detained, has been referred to court. PHOTOS On 11 May 2026, prosecutors from the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Prosecutor’s Office filed an indictment with the court against four members of an organised group who had set up and operated a network of illegal ‘rehabilitation’ centres in Zhovti Vody and Shakhtarsk. 916 4 Previously in trend: Fraudulent schemes

Member of Parliament Oleksandr Dubinskyi Court remands former "Servant of People" Dubinskyi in custody until June 5 – Prosecutor General’s Office Ukrainian MP and former Servant of the People lawmaker Oleksandr Dubinskyi, who is suspected of high treason, has been remanded in custody until June 5 without the right to post bail. 1 979 30 Previously in trend: Dubinskyi’s case

Yermak "We will turn to colleagues," lawyer Fomin on searching for bail money for Yermak Andriy Yermak’s lawyer Ihor Fomin commented on the search for bail money for the former head of the Presidential Office. He noted that everything would depend on the amount set by the court. 5 693 43 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

Yermak Yermak to slammer! Full breakdown of Ze-manager’s dirt / Uncensored. VIDEO Former Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak is in the dock. Journalist Maryna Danyliuk-Yarmolaieva lays bare all the dirt on the "Ze-manager". 4 551 16 Previously in trend: Notice of suspicion for Yermak

Yermak comments before court hearing on preventive measure I have many shortcomings, "but I do not count lack of intelligence among them," – Yermak Former Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak stressed that justice must remain independent and free from any pressure. According to him, he intends to demonstrate through his own conduct that he is not using any influence on the judiciary. 3 740 51 Previously in trend: Yermak’s influence Notice of suspicion for Yermak

In Lviv, a man fled from the TCR and took a child hostage Court remands man in custody who, while defending himself against the TCR, took minor girl hostage. PHOTOS A suspect accused of the unlawful deprivation of liberty of a minor has been remanded in custody without the right to bail. 2 551 26

The Tyschenko case: MP to be brought before the court by force Tyshchenko will be brought to next court hearing by force, - Office of Prosecutor General A court order was issued for the compulsory appearance of MP Mykola Tyschenko, as he had failed to attend previous court hearings. 4 057 26 Previously in trend: Tyshchenko’s case

Embezzlement involving drones and electronic warfare equipment for the Armed Forces: case referred to court Embezzlement of 5.5 million hryvnias in procurement of electronic warfare equipment and FPV drones for Armed Forces of Ukraine: case referred to court. VIDEO+PHOTOS An indictment has been filed against an organised group accused of embezzling over 5.5 million hryvnias of public funds allocated for the procurement of electronic warfare equipment and drones for the front line. 1 724 10 Previously in trend: stealing

The occupiers have "sentenced" a defender of Mariupol to over 21 years in prison Russia continues its sham trials of Mariupol’s defenders: another soldier has been sentenced to over 21 years, — city council Russian occupiers continue to hand down lengthy prison "sentences" to Ukrainian soldiers who took part in the defense of Mariupol. 835 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainians convicted in the Russian Federation

Accomplices provided documents for the care of a family member in exchange for money Deferral due to care responsibilities: married couple of lawyers and district administration employee have been detained in capital. PHOTOS The head of a legal firm and his wife were offering a scheme whereby clients could obtain a deferment from military service and the opportunity to travel abroad by arranging documents to care for a close relative. 6 073 4 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

Court sentences defendant who embezzled Ukrbud assets 119 million hryvnias in illegally seized Ukrbud assets in central Kyiv — court delivers verdict. PHOTOS The Ivano-Frankivsk City Court has found a man guilty of facilitating the illegal seizure of property belonging to the Ukrainian State Construction Corporation and sentenced him to 1 year and 6 months in prison with confiscation of property. 1 100 4 Previously in trend: Misappropriation of budget funds

Shooting in Kyiv: preventive measure being decided for patrol officer Terrorist attack in Kyiv: Pecherskyi District Court chooses preventive measure for patrol officer Dudina. VIDEO Kyiv’s Pecherskyi District Court is choosing a preventive measure for patrol officer Anna Dudina, who fled during the shooting in the capital’s Holosiivskyi district. 7 642 55 Previously in trend: Shooting in Kyiv

A lawmaker from the Kherson region who joined the United Russia party has been sentenced Court has sentenced Bulochnyk, member of parliament from Henichesk, in absentia to 10 years in prison for collaborating with occupying forces The Kherson City Court sentenced Dmytro Bulochnyk, a member of the Henichesk City Council, in absentia to 10 years in prison for collaboration. 999 5 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

Shufrych Court releases MP Shufrych, suspected of state treason, from custody Kyiv’s Shevchenkivskyi District Court has released Nestor Shufrych, an MP from the banned Opposition Platform – For Life (OPFL ) party who is suspected of state treason, from custody and placed him under round-the-clock house arrest. 13 790 147 Previously in trend: Shufrych’s case

The High Anti-Corruption Court refused to overturn the charges against Mindich High Anti-Corruption Court refused to drop charges against Mindich, who did not appear in court, "because of shelling in Ukraine" The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court has refused to overturn the charges against businessman Tymur Mindich. His defence team attributed his absence from the hearing to the shelling in Ukraine. 7 819 61 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

FSB informant jailed 8 years for spying on AFU positions FSB informant gets 8 years in prison for spying on AFU positions – SSU Based on evidence gathered by military counterintelligence and investigators of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), an FSB informant whom the SSU detained in Sumy in September 2025 has been sentenced to a real prison term. 616 4 Previously in trend: Sentences for high treason spying in favor of Russia

A scheme to influence doctors has been uncovered in the Kyiv region $20,000 for "diagnosis": scheme to influence doctors exposed in Kyiv region. VIDEO+PHOTOS Under the procedural supervision of the Kyiv Regional Prosecutor’s Office, a married couple has been exposed for organizing a scheme to obtain undue benefit in exchange for influencing decisions by officials of medical institutions. 1 542 7

Shostka arsonist gets 7 years for torching military vehicles "AI made me do it": man in Sumy region sentenced to 7 years for setting fire to military vehicles In the city of Shostka in the Sumy region, a court found a man guilty of setting fire to vehicles belonging to Ukrainian service members. 1 478 11 Previously in trend: burning military cars

The State Bureau of Investigation has uncovered a large-scale scheme at the Konotop Court Scheme to illegally obtain deferrals from mobilisation through court rulings exposed. PHOTOS Under the procedural guidance of prosecutors from the Office of the Prosecutor General and the Sumy Regional Prosecutor’s Office, investigators from the SBI exposed a scheme in the Konotop City and District Court involving the issuance of court rulings in response to applications from men liable... 9 437 5 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

The soldier deserted his unit twice and received a prison sentence Soldier from Lviv region was sentenced to five years in prison for repeat offense of AWOL A court in Lviv Oblast has sentenced a serviceman who left his military unit without permission on two occasions. 3 631 16 Previously in trend: AWOL in AFU

Court in Lviv hears custody motion in TCRSS serviceman murder Murder of TCR serviceman: attacker remanded in custody for 2 months without right to bail On April 3, the Lychakivskyi District Court of Lviv imposed a preventive measure on the suspect in the murder of 52-year-old Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support serviceman Oleh Avdieiev. 8 475 115 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR Killing of servicemen

Chervinskyi CCU strikes down legal provision under which Chervinskyi was held without court ruling The Constitutional Court of Ukraine (CCU) has declared unconstitutional a provision of law under which former intelligence officer Roman Chervinskyi was held in custody without a corresponding court ruling. 4 514 22 Previously in trend: Cases against Chervinskyi

Indictment filed against officials and contractor Scheme involving procurement of UAVs for defence: indictment filed against officials and contractor. PHOTOS Prosecutors from the Specialised Prosecutor’s Office for Defence Affairs in the Central Region have filed an indictment against three officials from the city council department and the director of a company. 1 229 4 Previously in trend: seizure of funds defense procurement Procurement of drones

Daria Kozyreva Activist Daria Kozyreva, convicted in Russia over Shevchenko’s poetry and support for Ukraine, has been released. VIDEO Russian activist Daria Kozyreva, convicted in Russia over Taras Shevchenko’s poetry and support for Ukraine, has been released from a penal colony in the city of Kineshma. 5 765 21

Since the start of the year, the SBI has established losses to the state amounting to almost 346 million hryvnias Since start of year, SBI has established losses to state amounting to almost 346 million hryvnias. INFOGRAPHICS Combating corruption and the misuse of state resources remains one of the State Bureau of Investigations’ key priorities. This involves not only exposing offences but also recovering the losses incurred to the state. 489 3

Shufrych to remain in custody until 9 May Court keeps Shufrych in custody until 9 May Kyiv’s Shevchenkivskyi District Court has extended the detention of OPZZh MP Nestor Shufrych, who is suspected of treason. 1 391 34

Three Lviv MSEC doctors to face trial over fake disabilities 56 fake disabilities for draft dodgers: three MSEC doctors to stand trial in Lviv In Lviv, three doctors from an interdistrict medical and social expert commission (MSEC) will stand trial over a scheme for issuing fake disability status that allowed dozens of men liable for military service to avoid service and leave the country. 1 642 8 Previously in trend: MSEC’s decision on fictitious disability Fake disability among prosecutors

Police exposed a hospital official who helped people evade military service Police exposed medical facility official who helped people evade mobilisation for 25,000 dollars. PHOTOS Police investigators exposed a medical facility official who helped people evade mobilisation for $25,000. 2 348 25 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

prison for prisoners Two Russian judges who unjustifiably sentence Ukrainian prisoners to prison terms have been notified of suspicion, — Security Service of Ukraine The Security Service of Ukraine has gathered evidence against two more Russian judges of the Southern District Military Court of the Russian Federation—Gurgen Dovlatbekyan and Artem Shalaev. 551 3 Previously in trend: trial of Ukrainian prisoners in Russia

The Prosecutor General’s Office was ordered to investigate Bezuhla’s actions: what is known? Court ordered Prosecutor General’s Office to investigate Bezuhla’s actions during "Wagnergate," - lawyer The Pecherskyi District Court ordered the Prosecutor General's Office to launch a pre-trial investigation into Roman Chervinskyi's statement regarding MP Mariana Bezuhla. 56 508 58 Previously in trend: Bezuhla in Rada

The case against Viktor Medvedchuk has been sent to court: what is known? Medvedchuk’s case has been referred to court for appropriation of an oil pipeline and money laundering An indictment has been sent to court against former MP and Putin's godfather Viktor Medvedchuk, who organised a large-scale scheme to take control of an oil pipeline. 2 905 38 Previously in trend: Medvedchuk case

court Ukrainian man on trial in US for creating website with 10,000 fake IDs In the United States, 27-year-old Ukrainian citizen Yurii Nazarenko pleaded guilty to creating and administering the OnlyFake website, through which more than 10,000 fake IDs were sold. 3 294 7 Previously in trend: forgery of documents

Case of former deputy head of OP Smyrnov sent to court Seaside houses and million-dollar assets: Case of ex-Deputy Head of OP Smyrnov sent to court – SAPO On February 24, 2026, a SAPO prosecutor, based on NABU pretrial investigation materials, submitted an indictment to the court regarding the former Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andrii Smyrnov, and the owner of a construction company. 6 173 25 Previously in trend: Case of former deputy head of the President’s Office Smyrnov

accident in Kyiv Drunk driving accident with two fatalities in Kyiv: 22-year-old driver sentenced to 11 years in prison. PHOTOS A Kyiv resident has been found guilty of causing a fatal traffic accident that killed two people. Her acquaintance, who allowed the intoxicated woman to drive the car, also received a sentence. 8 433 27 Previously in trend: Fatal traffic accidents car accident in Kyiv

Life imprisonment for the shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war Life imprisonment for execution of our captured soldiers: court finds occupier guilty of war crime. PHOTO The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv found a Russian serviceman guilty of a war crime and sentenced him to life imprisonment. 2 986 6 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Execution of Ukrainian POWs

military, ticket Man in Kharkiv changed his gender to female: he was removed from TCR military registration following court decision In Kharkiv, a man changed his gender to female and, through the courts, obtained the right to be removed from military registration at the Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support (TCRSS). 10 920 106 Previously in trend: Removal from military registration

Ex-NSDC official Sivkovych to face trial in absentia as alleged FSB agent Case against ex-NSDC deputy secretary Sivkovych, who worked for FSB and fled to Moscow, sent to court Law enforcement agencies have completed an investigation into a former senior official, an ex-deputy secretary of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) and former vice prime minister of Ukraine, whom investigators consider a top FSB agent; the indictment has been sent to court for a... 1 514 31 Previously in trend: High treason

Shirshyn submitted a report for dismissal Court overturns reprimand against ex-battalion commander Shyrshyn, who criticized command over "idiotic tasks" A court has granted the lawsuit filed by Oleksandr Shyrshyn, the former commander of one of the battalions of the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade, and overturned the disciplinary reprimand. 8 165 43 Previously in trend: Battalion commander Shyrshyn applied for release

Mindichgate case: court recognises Butusov as victim Court recognised Butusov as victim in case of Mindich’s gang - Zelenskyy’s friend and owner of "Kvartal-95" The Solomianskyi District Court ordered NABU detectives to consider a motion to recognise Yurii Butusov, commander of the unmanned systems platoon of the "Khartiia" brigade, as a victim. 11 394 33 Previously in trend: Mindichgate

Dubinskyi Appeals court revokes bail option for MP Dubinskyi suspected of state treason, Prosecutor General’s Office says The court of appeal upheld the prosecution’s position, and MP Oleksandr Dubinskyi, suspected of state treason, will remain in custody. 2 043 16 Previously in trend: Dubinskyi’s case

In the Kyiv region, a 7-year-old boy shot and killed his 6-year-old neighbour In Kyiv region, 7-year-old boy shot his 6-year-old neighbour with his father’s gun: the court handed down sentence. PHOTO In the Kyiv region, a court has handed down a verdict in a case involving the negligent storage of weapons, which led to the death of a young child. While playing, a 7-year-old boy shot and killed his neighbours' 6-year-old daughter. 9 141 17 Previously in trend: Murder of children

Kyiv court extends Dubinskyi’s detention to March 14, sets bail above 33 mln UAH Court allowed Dubinskyi to be released on bail of 33 million hryvnias Kyiv’s Shevchenkivskyi District Court extended the preventive measure of detention in custody for lawmaker Oleksandr Dubinskyi until March 14 in a state treason case. At the same time, the court set an alternative to detention, bail in the amount of more than 33 million hryvnias. 6 933 65

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