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Vitalii Shabunin, the head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre (AntAC), is a prominent figure known for his relentless fight against corruption in Ukraine. Shabunin currently faces several legal challenges, including accusations of evading military service and purported political persecution efforts by the authorities. He has been vocal against President Zelenskyy's administration, criticizing their approach to anti-corruption reforms and alleging a shift towards authoritarianism. Shabunin's preventive measures have been extended, and he remains a significant figure in the discourse around democracy and transparency in Ukraine. His claims against the State Bureau of Investigation suggest a concerted effort by the government to suppress dissent and curtail media freedom, signaling broader implications for Ukraine's democratic institutions.

What are the current legal challenges faced by Shabunin Vitalii?

Vitalii Shabunin faces legal challenges including accusations of evading military service and political persecution. The cases are viewed by some as politically motivated actions by the State Bureau of Investigation, amidst his role in anti-corruption efforts.

How has Shabunin Vitalii criticized President Zelenskyy's administration?

Shabunin alleges that President Zelenskyy's administration is moving towards authoritarian rule, undermining democratic institutions, and failing to uphold anti-corruption reforms. He describes the government's actions as suppressive towards critics and media.

What is the significance of the extended preventive measures for Vitalii Shabunin?

The extension of preventive measures for Shabunin underscores the tension between his anti-corruption activism and the Ukrainian authorities. It highlights the contentious environment activists face in Ukraine regarding judicial processes and political influence.

Why does Shabunin Vitalii believe he is under political persecution?

Shabunin perceives his legal troubles as politically motivated, aimed at silencing his activism against corruption and vocal criticism of the current administration's policies. His case is emblematic of broader concerns about political reprisals in Ukraine.

What is Vitalii Shabunin's role in Ukraine's fight against corruption?

Shabunin plays a crucial role in Ukraine's anti-corruption landscape as the head of AntAC. He has been pivotal in exposing corruption and advocating for transparency and accountability within governmental institutions.

How does Vitalii Shabunin view the impact of current government policies on free media in Ukraine?

Vitalii Shabunin warns that recent government actions threaten media freedom in Ukraine. He cautions that suppression of media and critics poses risks to Ukraine's democratic fabric, potentially leading to broader authoritarian control.

What are the implications of Shabunin's case for anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine?

Shabunin's case may have significant implications for Ukraine's anti-corruption initiatives. It raises concerns about political interference in judicial processes, which could deter ongoing and future efforts to combat corruption.

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Shabunin commented on the NABU’s suspicion of Illia Vitiuk Political SSU is lying when it claims that suspicion against General Vitiuk is revenge by NABU, - Shabunin The political wing of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) is lying when it says that the suspicion of illegal enrichment of General Vitiuk is revenge by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU). 8 721 48 Previously in trend: cases of illicit enrichment

Rada wants to protect Zelenskyy’s friends from punishment for corruption Tomorrow Verkhovna Rada will vote to "protect president’s friends" from punishment for corruption - Shabunin On August 21, the Verkhovna Rada will consider a bill that would protect officials from punishment for corruption. 12 253 78 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Corruption in Ukraine

Shabunin’s preventive measure extended What is known Pechersk District Court extended Shabunin’s preventive measure until 19 October. VIDEO The Pechersk District Court of Kyiv ruled to extend the preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, the AntAC's chairman of the board. 3 813 21 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin’s preventive measure to be extended Pechersk District Court considers extension of preventive measure against Shabunin. PHOTOS Pechersk District Court of Kyiv is considering the extension of the preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, the AntAC's chairman of the board. 1 857 14 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin to be tried for evading military service Details from the State Bureau of Investigation Shabunin to be tried for evading military service: SBI completes investigation. PHOTOS The investigation into the case against the AntAC head Vitalii Shabunin has been completed. He is accused of evading military service with the assistance of a military unit commander. 19 747 141 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin’s case: SBI changes suspicion and announces new one to commander SBI changes Shabunin’s suspicion and informs his commander of new one The State Bureau of Investigation has served a new suspicion on the commander of a military unit in Kyiv region and handed over the updated suspicion to Vitalii Shabunin, the AntAC's chairman of the board. 7 635 68 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Updated suspicion of Shabunin by the SBI What is known Nothing about "illegal" car appeared in updated SBI suspicion - Shabunin Vitalii Shabunin, Chairman of the AntAC Board, said that the updated suspicion from the State Bureau of Investigation still does not contain information about his alleged illegal use of the car. 1 584 10 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

The State Bureau of Investigation will inform Shabunin of the updated charges What is known Investigators from State Bureau of Investigation will present Shabunin with updated charges - Anti-Corruption Action Centre SBI investigators arrived in Kharkiv region, where Vitalii Shabunin, chairman of the board of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, serves, to serve him with a suspicion notice. 6 968 77 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

shabunin After conducting 49 searches at NABU, Zelenskyy’s oprichniki managed only to come up with fictional story about Dagestan, even though it was actually about Uzbekistan, - Shabunin. AUDIO The SSU distributed a transcript of an audio recording of a NABU detective accusing his father of selling cannabis to Dagestan. However, the file clearly shows that it is about Uzbekistan. 80 454 36 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Drone deliveries to the Armed Forces of Ukraine: contract fulfillment rates DPA delivered just 23% of drones from all contracts for Armed Forces of Ukraine this year – Shabunin As of early July, the Ministry of Defense’s Defense Procurement Agency has delivered only 23% of drones contracted for 2025 to the Defense Forces. 18 037 20 Previously in trend: Purchases of the DPA Drone industry

Zelenskyy Kryvonos Klymenko Zelenskyy’s goals remain unchanged, he will continue offensive against NABU and SAPO – Shabunin President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s goals regarding the crackdown on anti-corruption agencies remain unchanged. He will continue the offensive against NABU and SAPO. 9 224 49 Previously in trend: Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Umerov signed only one contract for interceptor drones Former Minister Umerov signed only one contract for interceptor drones, - Shabunin Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov signed only one contract for interceptor drones. 4 050 30 Previously in trend: Drone industry

shabunin "Next, Zelenskyy will try to destroy free media," - Shabunin Next, Zelenskyy will try to destroy free media and shut down/intimidate critics and whistleblowers. Then, closer to the elections, he will switch to the military. 4 296 50 Previously in trend: Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

They want to subordinate NABU to the Prosecutor General What Shabunin says Shabunin on draft law No. 12414: Zelenskyy destroys key anti-corruption achievements of Revolution of Dignity AntAC Chairman Vitalii Shabunin said that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is destroying the key anti-corruption achievements of the Revolution of Dignity, returning the country to the times of Yanukovych. 2 339 30 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

pressure on the media After ZN.UA’s support for Shabunin, anonymous OP Telegram channels began attacking media journalist Inna Vedernikova – AntAC After the editorial office of ZN.UA issued a statement regarding government pressure on Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Center (AntAC), anonymous Telegram channels linked to the Office of the President (OP)  began attacking media journalist Inna Vedernikova. 14 264 88 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin Pressure on the media

Shabunin demands an apology from the State Bureau of Investigation What is known SBI must apologise for lies in its press release about my case, - Shabunin. VIDEO Vitalii Shabunin, Chairman of the AntAC Board and a military man, demands a public apology from the State Bureau of Investigation or a new suspicion regarding the alleged illegal use of the car, which was mentioned in the Bureau's official report. 6 335 41 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Suspicion against Shabunin

Pilot Dzhus SBI conducted searches in apartment of deceased pilot Dzhus. Investigative actions related to Shabunin’s case SBI investigators conducted searches in the apartment of the Hero of Ukraine, pilot Andrii "Dzhus" Pilshchikov, located in Kharkiv. Such actions of the SBI are related to the case of Vitalii Shabunin, an activist and head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre NGO. 23 662 191 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin Searches in Dzhus’s apartment

Lawyer Serhii Rokun We consider possibility of further appealing court decision absolutely promising – Shabunin’s lawyer Rokun Vitalii Shabunin’s lawyer, Serhii Rokun, stated that the defense considers the suspicion against the activist unfounded and will appeal the court’s decision. 1 003 5 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin Shabunin: This is attempt to show, using me as example, that Zelenskyy can do anything to anyone, anytime Vitalii Shabunin stated that the criminal case against him was initiated to intimidate critics of the authorities and block any attempts to expose corruption. 3 929 84 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Prosecutor Mykhailo Balan Prosecutor Balan on political pressure in Shabunin’s case: Let’s be honest, our suspect is not politician Prosecutor Mykhailo Balan, commenting on the court’s decision regarding the preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, stated that Shabunin "is not a politician." 5 296 51 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Preventive measure against Shabunin: Filimonchenko’s friends came to court Friends of provocateur Filimonenko, who discredits Ukraine from abroad, show up at Shabunin’s court hearing – AntAC. PHOTO Friends of provocateur and blogger Vsevolod Filimonenko attended the preventive measure hearing for Anti-Corruption Action Centre (AntAC). head Vitalii Shabunin at the Pecherskyi District Court in Kyiv on July 15. 6 408 37 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Suspicion against Shabunin

Preventive measure for Shabunin Court chose preventive measure for Shabunin in form of personal recognizance until 20 August On 15 July, the Pechersk District Court of Kyiv imposed a preventive measure on the head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, Vitalii Shabunin, in the form of a personal recognizance until 20 August. 4 757 41 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Preventive measure for Shabunin: What the prosecution requests Prosecution requests two-month personal recognizance bond for Shabunin The prosecution is requesting a personal recognizance bond as a preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, head of the board of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre (AntAC).  1 881 8 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Suspicion against Shabunin

Pecherskyi District Court Judge Hrechana Judge Hrechana, who acquitted Tyshlek and closed Tymoshenko’s case, to choose Shabunin’s preventive measure Judge Svitlana Hrechana of the Pecherskyi District Court of Kyiv will decide on the preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Center (AntAC). 2 598 16 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin’s case. Court to decide on preventive measure Pecherskyi Court to choose preventive measure for Shabunin. LIVE BROADCAST Today, the Pecherskyi District Court of Kyiv is choosing a preventive measure for Vitalii Shabunin, the head of the board of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre (AntAC). 5 577 63 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Civil society organisations appeal to Zelenskyy regarding Shabunin’s case Statement by NGO on Shabunin’s case: We call on Zelenskyy, PGO and SBI not to use justice for political reprisals The justice system should not be used for political reprisals and persecution of critics of the authorities. 4 453 81 Previously in trend: Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

shabunin The Kyiv Independent on suspicion of Shabunin: While fighting war of survival against Russia, Ukraine must not turn into its authoritarian neighbor A string of recent events indicate that the Ukrainian leadership is increasingly circumventing democratic institutions and sabotaging the rule of law. 1 529 16 Previously in trend: Competition for BES head Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin’s case: AntAC reports procedural violations Investigation has not yet submitted motion for Shabunin’s preventive measures – AntAC Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Center (AntAC), has been served with multiple summonses for interrogations at the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), which he is obliged to attend. However, the investigation has not yet filed a motion to impose preventive measures. 799 8 Previously in trend: The case concerning Shabunin’s official trip Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin Suspicion that Shabunin evaded military service is absurd, as he voluntarily mobilised in first days of war, - Shcherban The accusation of the head of the AntAC Vitalii Shabunin of evading military service is absurd, as he voluntarily mobilised into the army in the first days of the full-scale Russian invasion. 6 555 48 Previously in trend: Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin Searches at Shabunin’s place were conducted without court order. This is flagrant violation, - Shcherban The searches of the head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre Vitalii Shabunin took place without a court order. 5 714 80 Previously in trend: Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Yegor, Firsov Firsov on Shabunin’s suspicion: "This is blatant political persecution, which tomorrow could turn into system" Yegor Firsov, the commander of a platoon of attack drones of the 109th TDF Brigade, commented on the suspicion and searches of AntAC head Vitalii Shabunin, calling such actions of law enforcement agencies "outright political persecution". 9 300 105 Previously in trend: Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Vitalii Shabunin Statement by editorial board of website Censor.NET regarding pressure from authorities on head of Anti-Corruption Action Centre, Vitalii Shabunin The case against Vitalii Shabunin is completely invented by Ukrainian law enforcement agencies. To accuse a soldier of being sent on a temporary duty by his commander is an affront to justice, as there is no corpus delicti or object of the crime. Soldier Shabunin acted in accordance with the decision of his commander. A temporary duty cannot be fraudulent. The fictitious case against Shabunin is a manifestation of the corrupt dictatorship headed by Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This case was obviously... 22 359 211

Shabunin State Bureau of Investigation is fabricating suspicions against Shabunin in order to silence him through persecution - journalist Sokolova Journalist Yanina Sokolova defended the head of the AntAC Vitalii Shabunin, who was notified of suspicion by the State Bureau of Investigation the day before. 4 621 72 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Vitalii Shabunin Zelenskyy is taking confident steps toward corrupt authoritarianism. They offer to lock me up for 5-10 years - Shabunin Taking advantage of the war, Volodymyr Zelenskyy is taking the first but confident steps towards corrupt authoritarianism. 11 834 103 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Vitalii Shabunin "Zelenskyy ordered to lock up Shabunin at Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Headquarters" - ZN.ua President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy raised the issue of the head of the AntAC Vitalii Shabunin at a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff. 20 173 108 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin claims that Zelenskyy has cleared the media field "Zelenskyy is building corrupt authoritarianism during martial law" - AntAC on Shabunin’s suspicion The suspicion of the AntAC head Vitalii Shabunin is an exemplary punishment to demonstrate that the authorities can do anything to anyone in the country. 3 260 32 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Vitalii Shabunin "Shabunin under suspicion - pressure and political persecution for criticising authorities": Holos, EU, Transparency International and media representatives speak out in defence of head of Anti-Corruption Action Centre The day before, the SBI served a notice of suspicion to Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre. Representatives of political forces, journalists and NGOs defended him, noting that the suspicion was an attempt to exert political pressure on the activist. 5 340 130

Vitalii Shabunin Shabunin’s suspicion is mixture of worthlessness, selective injustice and persecution by State Bureau of Investigation - Radina, member of Servant of People faction The suspicion of Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, is political persecution. 7 054 65 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin received a suspicion from the State Bureau of Investigation. Shabunin, who criticised Zelenskyy, accused of evading military service and fraud The State Bureau of Investigation has served a notice of suspicion to Vitalii Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre (AntAC). 20 687 223 Previously in trend: Searches on Shabunin Suspicion against Shabunin

Shabunin SBI conducts searches at Shabunin’s place, phone seized – AntAC. PHOTOS The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is searching Anti-Corruption Action Center (AntAC) head Vitalii Shabunin both at his duty station in the Chuhuiv district of Kharkiv region and at his home. 14 557 86

Shabunin transferred to combat line to another brigade. What is known "Not even Yanukovych’s team was so vindictive" - Shabunin transferred to another brigade over critical posts The head of the AntAC, Vitalii Shabunin, said that after the scandal, which led the AntAC to stop the draft law on amnesty for corruption in the defence sector, he was transferred to another brigade on the combat line. 32 676 304

Vitalii Shabunin Today Zelenskyy’s "servants" will support bills that will allow corrupt officials to hide from court in rear and protect most corrupt judges from dismissal - Shabunin Today, June 3, 2025, a regular meeting of the Verkhovna Rada will be held, during which the "Servants of the People" faction intends to support a number of scandalous bills. 4 865 68

vr,rada,verkhovna "Servants of People" registered draft law prohibiting NACP from checking property of officials acquired either after their dismissal or before their appointment - Shabunin MPs from the "Servant of the People" faction have registered draft law No. 13271-1, which would allow officials to avoid punishment for corruption after they are dismissed. They plan to vote for it next week. 15 672 118 Previously in trend: Draft law on legalisation of corrupt property

Fee for checking ventilation shafts. What is known Halushchenko and State Service of Special Communications organised corruption scheme involving ventilation inspections in houses. People will have to pay 1,000 hryvnia, - Shabunin. Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko and the State Service of Special Communications  have organised a monopoly on inspecting ventilation ducts in houses across the country. 9 570 56

Shabunin Portnov’s death has changed nothing; now Zelenskyy’s team, led by Tatarov, is in complete control of his legacy, - Shabunin. VIDEO The death of the former deputy head of Yanukovych's administration, Andriy Portnov, has not changed anything, and the system he created is now run by the deputy head of the OP, Oleh Tatarov. 19 824 131 Previously in trend: The murder of Andrii Portnov

Undelivered weapons Receivables under arms contracts of Ministry of Defence amount to UAH 51 billion. This is almost twice as much as under Reznikov, - Shabunin As of February 2025, the overdue receivables under the Ministry of Defence's arms contracts amounted to UAH 51 billion. 3 584 50 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons in February Overdue contracts of Ministry of Defence for weapons

Umerov In six months, Umerov has failed to dismiss Spetstechnoexport head Petrov, who failed to supply army with weapons worth UAH 25 billion – Shabunin In six months, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has failed to fire the head of Spetstechnoexport, Oleksii Petrov, who failed to supply the army with weapons worth UAH 25 billion. 18 434 36

DPA has not signed single contract in month DPA controlled by Umerov has not signed single contract for ammunition since beginning of the year, - Shabunin The Defense Procurement Agency has not signed a single contract for the purchase of ammunition since the beginning of 2025. 8 960 57

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