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Court-related news remains a hot topic in Ukraine as various high-profile cases unfold. Indictments have been filed against officials involved in a UAV procurement scheme, while Russian activist Daria Kozyreva, previously convicted in her home country, has been released. In Kyiv, the court extends custody for MP Nestor Shufrych, suspected of treason. Meanwhile, legal proceedings arise from a medical fraud in Lviv, with three doctors facing trial. The global spotlight also shines on the trial of Yurii Nazarenko in the US for creating a fake ID website. These events highlight the pressing issues of corruption, political strife, and international judicial cooperation.

What is the significance of the court cases involving UAV procurement in Ukraine?

The indictment in the UAV procurement case highlights systemic issues in defense procurement, focusing on misappropriation and corruption in city council departments and private entities. Accountability in such cases is crucial for maintaining public trust and ensuring the efficient use of defense resources, particularly amid ongoing conflict situations.

Why was Daria Kozyreva released and how did her court case impact Russia-Ukraine relations?

Daria Kozyreva was released after a conviction for supporting Ukraine through Shevchenko’s poetry, reflecting Russia's stringent stance on dissent. Her release potentially marks a diplomatic gesture amidst current tensions, illustrating the complexities of cultural expression and political freedoms within international law frameworks.

How has the Ukrainian judiciary responded to corruption involving fake medical certificates?

The Ukrainian judiciary is taking rigorous action against corruption by prosecuting cases where medical certificates were falsified to evade military service. This reflects broader efforts to curb corruption, uphold the law, and ensure accountability within medical and governmental institutions across Ukraine.

What are the implications of international trials involving Ukrainian citizens?

International trials, such as that of Yurii Nazarenko in the US, underscore global collaboration in combating cybercrime and identity fraud. These cases can enhance legal frameworks for cross-border crime while emphasizing the importance of international law in upholding justice beyond national borders.

What does the extended custody of MP Shufrych signify for Ukraine’s political landscape?

The extended detention of MP Nestor Shufrych underlines the scrutiny facing Ukrainian politicians amid allegations of treason. This case could signify growing political tensions and serves as a critical measure in addressing corruption within Ukraine's legislative bodies to strengthen democratic governance.

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генштаб назаров Wife of Gen. Nazarov, major suspect in Il-76 crash case, works in High Qualification Commission of Judges, relatives of victims say Sister of an Il-76 crash victim Iliana Haiduk has stated that the wife of Major General Viktor Nazarov, who is tried as a major suspect in the case, works in High Qualification Commission of Judges of Ukraine. 36 064 99 Ukrainian Politics

гончаренко Court imposes preventive measure on three suspects in Honcharenko abduction case The Prymorskyi District Court of Odessa has chosen a pre-trial restraint against three suspects in the abduction of Petro Poroshenko MP Oleksii Honcharenko. Two of them have been remanded in custody, another one - put under house arrest. 22 525 117 Previously in trend: Honcharenko kidnapped

фирташ Ukrainian oligarch Firtash released from custody in Vienna Vienna's Higher Regional Court has overturned the prosecution request to arrest Ukrainian businessman Dmytro Firtash under the United States extradition proceedings. 58 429 176 Previously in trend: Firtash arrested

Actions of Russian lieutenant colonel involved in blocking Ukrainian military units in Crimea in 2014 to be probed in absentia On Feb. 24, an investigative judge of the Pechersk district court of Kyiv granted permission to the military prosecutor's office to carry out special pre-trial investigation against Deputy Commander of the 810th Separate Marines Brigade of the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation Lieutenant Colonel Vladimir Karpushenko 9 358 16 Incidents

взятка Only five out of 362 corrupt officials went to jail in 2016, one escaped, - Nashі Hroshі Only five out of 362 officials charged with bribery were put behind bars in 2016. 26 637 127 Previously in trend: Grafters

генштаб назаров Verdict on Gen. Nazarov's case postponed due to misspellings in victims' names Judge of Pavlohradskyi District Court of the Dnipropetrovsk region Nataliia Samotkan stopped drafting of the verdict on Major General Viktor Nazarov's case. 36 164 102 Ukrainian Politics

генштаб назаров Court ready to deliver verdict against General Nazarov in Il-76 case Tomorrow, Feb. 22, the Pavlohrad city district court of the Dnipropetrovsk region will deliver a verdict against First Deputy Chief of the Main Operations Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Major-General Viktor Nazarov. 22 766 45 Ukrainian Politics

фирташ Vienna court allows extradition of Firtash to US (updated) Vienna court has granted the U.S. request on extradition of Dmytro Firtash to the United States. The hearing lasted for three hours. 134 824 642 Previously in trend: Firtash arrested

бондарчук 330 judges involved in illegal sentencing of activists in 2014 stonewall cases into Maidan crackdown, – Heavenly Hundred’s Family NGO Head Bondarchuk More than 300 judges who convicted the Euromaidan activists during the Revolution of Dignity continue holding their jobs and stonewalling the investigation of cases into the murder of the heroes of Heavenly Hundred. 12 195 90 Kyiv News

убийство Puhachov, charged with Dnipro police officers’ murder, refused to testify in court Oleksandr Puhachev claimed his right to refuse to testify in court according to the Article 63 of the Constitution of Ukraine. 66 759 391 Previously in trend: Police officers murdered in Dnipro City

PGO to serve notice of suspicion to MP Novynskyi soon, agency chief says The Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine (PGO) intends to refer the case to the court in several months. 6 889 53 Incidents

суд Russian militant, call sign 'Yakut,' sentenced to eight years in prison Kostiantynivka city district court (the Donetsk region) has sentenced a 50-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation (Yakutiya area) to eight years in prison for participation in a "DPR" terrorist organization. 32 438 71 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

пукач Court once again adjourns Gongadze case hearing. PHOTO Judge of the High Specialized Court of Ukraine Tetiana Shyroian, a member of the panel of judges hearing the case of Oleksii Pukach convicted in the murder of journalist Heorhii Gongadze, failed to come at today's court session. 7 235 20 Incidents

торнадо онищенко глебов Prosecution asks for three to 15 years in jail for Tornado Company fighters The Obolon district court of Kyiv has completed the inquiry into the Tornado Company case. The prosecution is asking for 15 years in jail for company commander Ruslan Onyshchenko, his deputy Mykola Tsukur, and Danylo Liashuk. 31 006 119 Incidents

Сase of embezzlement of 600 million hryvnias by NBU officials was taken to court by SBU The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) took the embezzlement case of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) officials to the Holosiivskyi District Court of Kyiv. 11 380 23 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

генштаб назаров Il-76 case: prosecution asking eight years in prison and compensation to state for General Nazarov The prosecution has asked an eight-year prison sentence to Major General Viktor Nazarov, who is accused of neglect of duty in the case of Il-76 military aircraft downed by Russian separatists near Luhansk in 2014. 49 people died in the crash. 37 136 102 Incidents

взятка судья Solomianskyi court judge nabbed accepting $22,000 in bribe, - Avakov. PHOTOS A judge of the Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv was arrested while taking a $22,000 bribe, Ukraine's interior minister reported. 46 735 78 Previously in trend: Grafters

церцвадзе Georgian Legion's Tsertsvadze released from jail by prosecutorial decision, - lawyer. PHOTO Citizen of Georgia Gia Tsertsvadze, who fought alongside Ukrainian soldiers in the Donbas and whose extradition is requested by Russia on charges of murder, has been released. 67 304 214 Ukrainian Politics

35 verdicts delivered, only one person sentenced for crimes against Maidan protesters, - Prosecutor Horbatiuk A total of 35 verdicts have been delivered by courts in the cases of Maidan crimes, but only one person has been sentenced to prison. 4 510 24 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

бразилия наемник Brazilian citizen who fought for "DPR" gets 13 years in jail, - Kyiv prosecutor's office. PHOTOS The Kyiv prosecutor's office has proved the guilt of a citizen of Brazil who fought in the east of Ukraine alongside militants of the self-styled "Donetsk People's Republic" and recruited mercenaries for terrorists. 102 433 237 Incidents

EU's court upholds freezing of funds of Russian Almaz-Antey: "Russia supplies weapons to separatists in eastern Ukraine" The General Court of the European Union has upheld sanctions against the Russian company Almaz-Antey Air and Space Defense, dismissing the unfreezing of its funds. The EU's highest judicial authority has thus acknowledged that Russia does supply arms to its surrogates in the occupied Donbas. 12 167 45 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia Russian terrorists downed MH17 Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

днепропетровск покушение Suspects of assassination attempt on Herashchenko arrested by court for two months. VIDEO Shevchenko district court of Kyiv decided to arrest two citizens of Ukraine suspected of the assassination attempt on MP Anton Herashchenko for two months (without bail). 56 875 195 Ukrainian Politics

янукович Court sanctions trying Yanukovych in absentia. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) The Pechersk district court of Kyiv granted permission to the Military Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine to try in absentia fugitive ex-President Viktor Yanukovych charged of high treason. 8 264 65 Previously in trend: Questioning of Yanukovych

PGO files indictments against six former policemen charged with crimes against Euromaidan activists, - PGO The Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine (PGO) referred to court cases of six former police officers accused of committing crimes against Euromaidan activists. 3 021 27 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

янукович Runaway Yanukovych blames Maidan killings on Turchynov, Parubii and Pashynskyi Viktor Yanukovych keeps insisting the Prosecutor General's Office (PGO) has not served any indictment against him. 191 953 617 Ukrainian Politics

суд Pro-Russian propagandist Sharii sues lawyer Feygin and Censor.NET over breach of dignity. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) Pro-Russian propagandist Anatolii Sharii has sued lawyer Mark Feigin, Сensor.NET chief editor Yurii Butusov and a number of media outlets that published Feygin's words Sharii sees as degrading his honor and dignity. 72 128 232 Ukrainian Politics

майдан беркут Ten Berkut officers accused of Maidan shootings receive Russian citizenship, - prosecutor's office Russia has granted citizenship to former commander of Berkut special company Dmytro Sadovnyk and nine other fighters accused of killing 48 Maidan activists in Instytutska Street in Kyiv in February 2014. 31 416 121 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

Ukraine’s action against Russia in ICJ demands unbanning Mejlis, Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar media, - Foreign Minister Klimkin In the context of the action filed in the International Court of Justice, Ukraine wants Russia to stop the persecution of the Crimean Tatars and unban the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people. 4 609 36 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

суд Court recognizes opening in helmet of Maidan activist Holodniuk as entry hole. PHOTOS The hole in the helmet of Ustym Holodniuk, a Maidan activist killed in February 2014 in Kyiv, has been named an entry. 69 318 119 Previously in trend: Investigation of crimes against Maidan

сбу Сourt releases Kukel, owner of apartment where shoot-out between SBU and intelligence occurred, - journalist. PHOTOS The Holosiivskyi district court of Kyiv has released Valerii Kukel, the owner of the flat where Lt. Col. of Security Service Alfa Group Andrii Kuzmenko and intelligence operative Oleh Muzhchil were killed during a shoot-out on Dec. 9, 2015. 94 203 97 Incidents

оон Ukraine files action against Russia in ICJ: "Law on our side," - Foreign Ministry Ukraine has filed a case in the International Court of Justice to hold the Russian Federation accountable for acts of terrorism and discrimination in the course of its unlawful aggression against Ukraine. The case has been filed under the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism and the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. 34 477 219 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Occupation of Crimea

смерть дтп мажор Experts re-confirm rich kid Tolstosheiev caused deadly road accident over epileptic seizure, - prosecutors’ office The second expert opinion regarding 22-year-old Stanislav Tolstosheiev, who caused deadly road accident near Kyiv’s Livoberezhna metro station, confirmed the previous findings of forensic experts: the person responsible for the accident is recognized non-imputable as he lost control of the vehicle due to a sudden epileptic seizure. 145 680 597 Previously in trend: Rich kids on roads

ефремов Yefremov escorted to detention facility in Luhansk region, - lawyer Starobelsk district court of the Luhansk region planned to hold private hearing of the case against ex-Head of the Party of Regions faction in the Verkhovna Rada of the 7th convocation Oleksandr Yefremov on Friday, Jan. 13, but adjourned it for early next week. 101 716 146 Previously in trend: Arrest of Yefremov

майдан беркут Maidan case: father of murdered hero Ustym Holodniuk says protesters were just slaughtered while posing no threat Sviatoshynskyi district court of Kyiv, hearing the case into execution of the Maidan protesters of Feb. 20, 2014, considered the count of murder of Hero of Ukraine Ustym Holodniuk at its ordinary session. 29 106 48 Incidents

Yanukovych's house, flat, two garages and yacht frozen by court The Pechersk district court of Kyiv has arrested a house, a flat, two garages and yacht owned by fugitive Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych. 45 942 60 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family

янукович суд сердюк Court indefinitely defers decision on Yanukovych prosecution in absentia. PHOTOS The Pechersk district court of Kyiv has deferred its decision to allow prosecuting fugitive Viktor Yanukovych in absentia under the motion of the Military Prosecutor's Office investigator until the Court of Appeal makes ruling on the case jurisdiction. 9 028 34 Incidents

майдан Ukrainian Revolution of Dignity of 2013-2014 dubbed "coup" by Russian court The Dorogomilovsky court of Moscow has granted the claim of fugitive former Party of Regions MP Volodymyr Oliinyk and acknowledged the Revolution of Dignity to be an alleged "coup." 41 425 262 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

янукович Former State Duma of Russia MP is witness in Yanukovych's high treason case, - Prosecutor's Office Military prosecutor Ruslan Kravchenko has asked former president Viktor Yanukovych's lawyer Vitalii Serdiuk to help the investigation with obtaining a letter by Yanukovych from the Russian Presidential Administration and the Federation Council. In this letter dated 2014, Viktor Yanukovych, considering himself acting president of Ukraine, asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to invade Ukraine. 58 652 35 Ukrainian Politics

суд охендовский Court releases Okhendovskyi on his own recognizance until Feb. 13. PHOTOS+VIDEO Central Election Commission of Ukraine (CEC) Chairman Mykhailo Okhendovskyi arrived in Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv, which was to impose a pretrial restriction against him. After the hearing, the court released Okhendovskyi on his own recognizance. 30 605 141 Previously in trend: Party of Regions' off-the-book payments

остров жуков Court returns illegally privatized ‘Zhukov Island’ into Kyiv ownership, - Lutsenko Commercial Court of Kyiv has returned 75 hectares of ‘Zhukov Island’ landscape reserve back into communal property. 18 961 47 Society

клюев "Maidan was organized by ''Bloody pastor", Parubii and Pashynskyi", - Kliuiev Former head of Yanukovych's administration Andrii Kliuiev said that the main organizers of the events on the Maidan in 2014 were the head of the National Security Council Oleksandr Turchynov, the Parliament speaker Andrii Parubii and MP Serhii Pashynskyi. 144 392 370 Ukrainian Politics

янукович Court rules on detention of suspect Yanukovych, - Lutsenko. DOCUMENT (in Ukrainian) Prosecutor General of Ukraine Yurii Lutsenko has published the ruling of Kyiv's Pechersk district court on the arrest of suspect Viktor F. Yanukovych. 28 226 101 Previously in trend: Questioning of Yanukovych

суд москва сущенко Moscow court extends arrest of Ukrainian political prisoner Sushchenko Moscow city court on Thursday authorized prolongation of arrest to Ukrainian journalist Roman Sushchenko who was illegally detained in Russia on espionage charges. 2 498 7 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

адвокат безъязыкова Beziazykov's lawyer: "Die there, spend two years in captivity, return, and be destroyed by authorities" The lawyer of Ukrainian Army Colonel Ivan Bezyazykov says the court's ruling to arrest his client for two months is unfair. 68 177 227 Ukrainian Politics

безъязыков Treason suspect Beziazykov remanded in custody The Shevchenkivskyi district court of Kyiv has remanded Ukrainian army Colonel Ivan Beziazykov suspected of collaboration with "DPR" militants in custody until Feb. 8, 2017. 33 769 130 Ukrainian Politics

фирташ SAP asks court to return Firtash's Zaporizhia Titanium and Magnesium Plant to state The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP) filed a lawsuit to the Kyiv’s Economic Court demanding to call off establishment of Zaporizhia Titanium and Magnesium Combine LLC (ZTMC) and return the enterprise under the government control. 29 334 53 Incidents

порошенко "I expect Ukraine to win in Stockholm arbitration in March," - Poroshenko on dispute between Naftohaz and Gazprom The chances of winning the suit are high. 27 356 188 Ukrainian Politics

Museums in occupied Crimea set to appeal ruling to return Scythian gold to Ukraine The Russian occupation authorities of Crimea claim the decision of the Dutch court to be politically charged. 7 788 45 Previously in trend: Scythian gold