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Recent court actions in Ukraine reveal a range of significant legal decisions. A Russian court sentenced Mariupol defender Valerii Yeremeiev to 22 years, intensifying the tension over fictitious charges. Meanwhile, NABU detective Viktor Husarov was released from detention and placed under house arrest, highlighting ongoing judicial processes. The case against Ihor Kolomoisky was adjourned again, maintaining public interest in high-profile cases. The Pecherskyi District Court approved a plea bargain for MP Khrystenko concerning treason charges. These developments showcase the intricate network of law and justice impacting Ukraine's socio-political landscape, with each case reflecting broader themes of accountability and international legal challenges.

What are the recent major developments in Ukrainian courts?

Recent court activities in Ukraine include the sentencing of Mariupol defender Valerii Yeremeiev to 22 years by a Russian court for alleged crimes. Additionally, NABU detective Viktor Husarov's preventive measure was changed to house arrest, and delays in the Kolomoisky trial continue. The Pecherskyi District Court approved a plea bargain for MP Khrystenko. These highlight ongoing legal battles and political pressures in Ukraine.

How is the international community reacting to the case of Valerii Yeremeiev?

The international community has expressed concern over the sentence given to Mariupol defender Valerii Yeremeiev by a Russian court, which many view as a politically motivated action. Human rights organizations and several foreign governments have criticized the decision, calling for greater scrutiny and diplomatic interventions to address perceived injustices.

What are the implications of the changing preventive measure for NABU detectives?

The adjustment of NABU detective Viktor Husarov's preventive measure from detention to house arrest signifies a shift in how certain high-profile cases are managed. This decision might influence future legal proceedings involving law enforcement personnel under investigation, potentially affecting both domestic policies and public opinion.

Why is the Kolomoisky trial facing repeated delays?

The trial of Ihor Kolomoisky is experiencing continuous delays due to various procedural setbacks, such as unexplained absences of key figures like judges. These interruptions feed speculation about the trial's political sensitivities and the complexities involved in handling prominent figures accused of significant wrongdoing in Ukraine's judicial system.

What were the charges against MP Khryshtenko in his plea bargain?

MP Fedir Khrystenko was involved in a plea bargain with the Pecherskyi District Court after being accused of high treason. The agreement suggests cooperation with legal entities against a backdrop of tension related to national security and legal accountability, hinting at intricate political maneuvers within Ukraine's legislative framework.

How might legal decisions in Ukraine affect international relations?

The legal decisions, especially those involving international stakeholders or charges perceived as politically motivated, have a profound impact on Ukraine's diplomatic relations. Cases like the sentencing of Ukrainian defenders by Russian courts or accusations against Ukrainian nationals abroad often result in heightened diplomatic talks and influence foreign policy strategies.

What is the status of the plea bargain involving MP Khryshtenko?

The Pecherskyi District Court's approval of a plea bargain for MP Khryshtenko marks a pivotal moment in the judicial proceedings against him. Such agreements usually involve negotiations where the accused may cooperate in exchange for reduced sentences, reflecting judicial strategies in addressing complex political crimes.

How does the court handle cases against security service members in Ukraine?

Court cases involving security service members in Ukraine are carefully managed to balance state security and justice. This often involves intricate legal maneuvers, as seen in the NABU detective's case, where changing the preventive measure to house arrest underscores the challenging intersection of law, order, and public scrutiny.

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перелома Naftohaz deputy CEO Pereloma placed on remand, 80 million hryvnia bail being alternative The Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv has arrested Odesa Port Plant supervisory board chairman Serhii Pereloma, suspected of embezzling the company's funds. 22 591 145 Ukrainian Politics

войцеховский Kyiv developer Voitsekhovskyi faces two months in remand jail, bail making 14 million hryvnia Last night, July 16, the Pechersk court remanded developer Anatolii Voitsekhovskyi in a two-month custody with a possibility to place bail in the amount of 14 million hryvnia (approx. $563,461). 28 936 94 Ukrainian Politics

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office announces big names as 18 cases are taken to court, - Kholodnytskyi The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has transferred 18 criminal cases to court. 14 882 77 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

иванющенко Yura Yenakiyevskiy settles all issues via Pechersk court judge Lytvynova, - MP Leshchenko All cases related to Yanukovych's ally Yurii Ivaniushchenko are considered in some odd way by the same judge of the Pechersk district court of Kyiv. 31 670 62 Ukrainian Politics

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Supreme Court upheld dismissal of judges who tried Euromaidan activists, - lawyer Maselko The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of judges who had convicted the Euromaidan activists. 5 153 9 Incidents

Court attaches 20 gas wells owned by Ukraine’s former Environment Minister Zlochevskyi The Pechersk District Court of Kyiv granted the petition of the Prosecutor General's Office of Ukraine to attach 20 wells of one of the largest gas producing companies Esko-Pivnich, owned by ex-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Mykola Zlochevskyi. 10 950 71 Incidents

Deputy Minister of Health Vasylyshyn remanded for two months with right to post bail Dniprovskyi district court of Kyiv imposed pretrial confinement against Deputy Minister of Health Roman Vasylyshyn suspected of bribe-taking and set a bail of 2.8 million hryvnia (about $112,000). 7 744 28 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Lviv court sentences militants’ informant to eight years in prison The Lviv Court of Appeal has extended the sentence to a militants’ agent from two to eight years. 8 841 24 Incidents

татары крымские Occupational 'court' puts four Criman Tatars in jail until Oct. 11, - Dzhemilev Occupational 'court' in Crimea rules for four Crimean Tatars to remain in jail until Oct. 11. 1 624 4 Previously in trend: Reprisals in Russian-occupied Crimea

ATO military prosecutor Kulyk served two-month suspension The Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv has suspended anti-terrorist operation (ATO) military prosecutor Kostiantyn Kulyk, suspected of illicit enrichment. 4 497 12 Ukrainian Politics

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Court detained suspect in embezzlement of PGO's funds Kruk for two months Judge of the Pechersk district court of Kyiv Pysanets decided to arrest Borys Kruk suspected of embezzlement of public funds during the repair of the Prosecutor General's Office. 6 194 5 Ukrainian Politics

Court extends Krasnov's arrest until Aug. 22 The Shevchenko district court of Kyiv has extended the arrest of the head of the Azov-Krym civil corps Stanislav Krasnov, suspected of terrorism and espionage for the Russian secret services, until Aug. 22. 3 206 29 Ukrainian Politics

Onyshchenko case: Court postponed appeal hearing on bail appointment for "gas case" defendants Riaboshapka and Postnyi The Kyiv Court of Appeal postponed the hearing of the appeal filed by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office on the appointment of a bail for the "gas case" defendants Oleh Riaboshapka and Valerii Postnyi by the Solomianskyi district court till June 29. 4 796 8 Previously in trend: Onyshchenko case

кацуба Holosiivskyi court arrested Katsuba appointing 450 million hryvnia bail, - Lutsenko The Holosiivskyi district court has detained ex-Deputy Chairmen of the Naftogaz of Ukraine National Joint Stock Company Oleksandr Katsuba today in the morning appointing a 450 million hryvnia bail. 43 871 112 Ukrainian Politics

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бутусов Court bans Censor.NET Chief Editor Yurii Butusov from leaving Ukraine because of Yura Yenakievskiy Darnytskyi district court of Kyiv has granted a request by bailiff’s service on temporary restriction for Censor.NET Chief Editor Yurii Butusov in his right to leave the country. 124 240 255 Ukrainian Politics

суд Rostov court hears "secret witness" in case of Crimean Tatars accused of terrorism. PHOTOS The North Caucasus Military District Court of Rostov (Russia) continues the trial of Ukrainian citizens, Crimean Tatars Ruslan Zeitullaiev, Ferat Seifullaiev, Rustem Vaitov, Yurii (Nuri) Primov, who are accused of setting up a cell of Hizb ut-Tahrir organisation, recognized as terrorist in Russia. 32 721 34 Society

Judge Volkova, who released former Berkut commander Sadovnyk from custody, suspended from office for two months The High Judicial Qualifications Commission of Ukraine suspended Judge of the Pechersk district court in Kyiv Svitlana Volkova from her post for two months. 5 899 30 Incidents

суд ростов крымские_татары More witnesses refuse from testimonies in Crimean Tatar case in Rostov At today's hearing of the North Caucasus district military court of the Russian Federation in Rostov, Ruslan Fetaev has completely withdrew his testimony from the case, in which he was stating that four suspected Crimean Tatars were members of Russian-banned organization Hizb ut-Tahrir. 53 349 44 Society

пожар Fire in Kyiv’ court: office with criminal cases burnt out. PHOTOS The Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv registry, where the materials of criminal cases were kept, completely burnt out during fire. 28 675 47 Incidents

пожар fire Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv caught fire. PHOTOS A fire broke out in the premises of the Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv in the morning Monday. 20 509 54 Incidents

Courts must be cleared of corrupt officials in order to eliminate corruption, Poroshenko says The National Council on Anti-Corruption Policy chaired by President Petro Poroshenko discussed the implementation of the judicial reform. 9 628 148 Ukrainian Politics

момот Appeals court reverses arrest and bail of 5 mln hryvnia for Vyshhorod mayor Momot The Appeals Court of Kyiv has reversed arrest and the 5-million-hryvnia bail ($200,000) for Vyshhorod city (the Kyiv region) Mayor Oleksii Momot, suspected of bribery. 58 096 92 Ukrainian Politics

мефедов Odesa court again arrests Russian citizen Mefedov, accused of May 2 events Prymorskyi district court of Odesa has arrested Russian Yevgeny Mefedov, accused of May 2, 2014 events, for 50 days. 13 539 38 Previously in trend: Odesa tragedy

романчук Mykolaiv region deputy governor remanded in two-month custody The Prymorskyi district court of Odesa has remanded First Deputy Head of the Mykolaiv Regional State Administration Mykola Romanchuk, suspected of bribery, in a two-month custody with a possibility of posting 5.512 million hryvnia (approx. $220,316) in bail. 33 151 52 Ukrainian Politics

романчук Mykolaiv region deputy governor bribe-taker hospitalized, judge called recess First Deputy Head of the Mykolaiv Regional State Administration Mykola Romanchuk has been taken to Odesa city hospital. The suspected official was rushed by ambulance directly from the courtroom. 59 178 186 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

аваков At least 5,000 out of 7,000 judges to be dismissed, - Avakov on judicial reform At least 5,000 out of 7,000 judges will be dismissed under the amendments to the Constitution of Ukraine in terms of justice approved by the Verkhovna Rada June 2. 20 111 105 Previously in trend: Amendments to Constitution

About 200 discharged police officers try to return through court, - Kyiv police chief Kryshchenko on recertification Up to 200 police officers dismissed upon the results of recertification are trying to get reinstated through court. 6 088 17 Previously in trend: Police workdays

парламент Rada adopts presidential bill on judicial system and status of judges The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted as a basis and as a whole the presidential bill No. 4734 on judicial system and status of judges. 51 216 180 Ukrainian Politics

Russia's Supreme Court refuses to reconsider case of Ukrainian film director Sentsov The Supreme Court of the Russian Federation refused to reconsider the sentence for Oleh Sentsov, stipulating for 20 years in penal colony. 3 174 7 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

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). 4 867 6 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine