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The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) faces increasing pressure, with critical voices highlighting attempts to undermine its independence. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is at the center of this conflict, accused of orchestrating a political strategy that threatens NABU’s autonomy. Parliamentary decisions, such as the adoption of draft law No. 12414, have sparked significant controversy. This law effectively strips NABU and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) of their procedural independence, triggering public protests and concern among international circles, including the G7 ambassadors. Amidst allegations of political interference, court decisions, and public outcry, the future of Ukraine's anti-corruption infrastructure hangs in the balance.

What is the main issue affecting NABU in Ukraine?

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) is facing significant political pressure, primarily due to legislative changes that threaten its independence. Draft law No. 12414, recently adopted by the Verkhovna Rada, compromises NABU and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) by placing them under the control of the Prosecutor General, raising concerns about anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine.

How did President Zelenskyy influence NABU's current situation?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been accused of contributing to the dismantling of NABU's independence. His administration's actions, including legislative support and purported pressure on anti-corruption bodies, align with broader accusations of reasserting executive control over independent agencies, casting doubts on Ukraine's commitment to fighting corruption.

What are the implications of draft law No. 12414 for NABU?

Draft law No. 12414 presents a critical threat to NABU's independence by placing it and SAPO under the authority of the Prosecutor General. This change jeopardizes the agencies' ability to operate independently and uphold anti-corruption measures. The law has prompted widespread criticism from national and international stakeholders, including civil society groups and diplomats concerned with Ukraine's governance.

Why has there been a public protest regarding NABU's situation?

The enactment of draft law No. 12414 prompted public protests in cities like Kyiv, Lviv, and Dnipro. These demonstrations reflect widespread displeasure with actions perceived as undermining Ukraine's anti-corruption reforms. Protestors argue that the legislation hampers democratic progress and independent accountability, as key anti-corruption structures face diminished autonomy under increased governmental control.

What international reactions have followed the pressure on NABU?

International responses to the pressure on NABU have been swift, with entities like the G7 and Transparency International expressing grave concern. These organizations emphasize the importance of preserving NABU and SAPO's independence, critical to Ukraine's European integration and international credibility. Concerns focus on ensuring that anti-corruption efforts remain effective and free from political manipulation, advocating for genuine judicial independence.

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shabunin Shabunin on witness testimony in Magamedrasulov case: It is now clear that Zelenskyy’s security forces have been falsifying case from very beginning The case of NABU detective Ruslan Magamedrasulov was falsified from the very beginning. 10 073 72 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Ruslan Magomedrasulov’s case

Shabunin stated that Zelenskyy is continuing to destroy NABU and SAPO Zelenskyy’s goals have not changed - he is continuing to destroy NABU and SAPO, - Shabunin Some opinion leaders turn a blind eye to the fact that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is continuing to destroy the NABU and the SAPO. 5 488 57 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

The case of NABU detective Tebekin. Preventive measure chosen Pecherskyi District Court sets nearly UAH 3 million bail for NABU detective Tiebiekin in violation of law – Shabunin The Pecherskyi District Court has imposed a preventive measure on NABU detective Vitalii Tiebiekin, whom the SBU (Security Service of Ukraine) suspects of making false declarations. 4 032 7 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Attack on NABU and SAPO. What is the Presidential Office preparing? Presidential Office and SSU preparing new attacks against NABU to protect corrupt officials - AntAC A new wave of attacks is being prepared against the National Anti-Corruption Bureau. 5 955 36 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Attack on NABU. What does Bureau Director Kryvonos say? There is information that starting next week, suspicions will be served to individual NABU detectives, - Kryvonos NABU Director Semen Kryvonos suggests that a new wave of attacks on anti-corruption agencies may begin next week. 5 968 28 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

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. 80 531 36 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

The SSU responded to statements by Klymenko and Kryvonos SSU comments on statements by NABU and SAPO heads: No pressure on "certain individuals" The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has commented on remarks made by the heads of the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), Oleksandr Klymenko and Semen Kryvonos, during a press conference. 3 406 57 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

SSU comments on the detention of Mahamedrasulov Detention of NABU employee Mahamedrasulov was not politically motivated – SSU The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) denied that the arrest and detention of NABU employee Ruslan Mahamedrasulov were politically motivated. 3 750 56 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

Prosecutor General Kravchenko commented on Law No. 12414 "We will be one family" – Prosecutor General Kravchenko on SAPO independence elimination Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko commented on the draft law No. 12414, which was voted by the Verkhovna Rada, which effectively eliminates the independence of the anti-corruption bodies NABU and SAPO. 12 008 110 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Megan Mobbs, daughter of Kellogg, on Law No. 12414 Kellogg’s daughter on adoption of NABU and SAPO law: "Mind-bogglingly stupid decision" Megan Mobbs, daughter of Donald Trump’s special envoy Keith Kellogg, commented on the Verkhovna Rada’s adoption of draft law No. 12414, which effectively destroys the independence of NABU and SAPO. 17 286 137 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

NABU, SAPO Protest against destruction of NABU and SAPO independence to take place at 8:00 p.m. in Kyiv, Lviv, and Dnipro (updated) Veteran Dmytro Koziatynskyi is organizing a rally today at the square near the Ivan Franko Theater in Kyiv in response to the Verkhovna Rada’s adoption of the law effectively destroying the independence of NABU and SAPO. 8 902 131 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Siumar NABU and SAPO were created for procedural independence in all anti-corruption cases, - Siumar NABU and SAPO were created for procedural independence in all corruption cases. 1 341 15 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

List of MPs who opposed the dismantling of NABU and SAPO Only 21 MPs actively protested against dismantling of NABU and SAPO – activist Reshitko. LIST Only 21 MPs actively expressed protest — voting against the dismantling of NABU and SAPO or blocking the rostrum. 7 647 35 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Marta Kos announced strong support for Ukraine Commissioner Kos on NABU and SAPO law: Serious step backward; independent institutions essential for Ukraine’s European integration European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos expressed serious concern over the Verkhovna Rada’s adoption of bill No. 12414, which places NABU and SAPO under the control of the Prosecutor General. 2 658 56 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

SSU distorts audio recording with NABU detective SSU distorted transcript of NABU detective’s audio recording - conversation was about Uzbekistan, but published "Dagestan" in Russia The day before, the Security Service of Ukraine published a transcript of an audio recording of one of the NABU's chief detectives, Ruslan Magamedrasulov, in which it exposed him as doing business with the Republic of Dagestan (RF). In fact, it was Uzbekistan. 43 674 45 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

The law on NABU and SAPO: which MPs supported No. 12414 Elimination of NABU and SAPO independence: "Servant of People" cast most votes. LIST The names of MPs from factions in the Verkhovna Rada who voted on July 22 in favor of bill No. 12414, which effectively means the elimination of NABU and SAPO independence, have been revealed. 14 440 131 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Rada Citizens have right to beat hell out of MPs who voted against NABU – Parasiuk Former MP and serviceman Volodymyr Parasiuk commented on the Verkhovna Rada’s adoption of bill No. 12414, which effectively eliminates the independence of NABU and SAPO. 17 285 143 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Kryvonos does not rule out pressure on NABU and SAPO I don’t rule out possibility of some cases against me and head of SAPO, - NABU Director Kryvonos The NABU and the SAPO do not rule out that the heads of anti-corruption bodies will be pressured. 5 691 11 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Loss of Independence of NABU and SAPO. Statements by Kryvonos and Klymenko Two key elements of NABU and SAPO independence lost today – Klymenko The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) believes that key elements of independence were lost for both the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and SAPO following the adoption of bill No. 12414. 2 477 35 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU Searches at SAPO

Draft law 12414 Kryvonos declares conflict of interest MPs with conflict of interest happily voted for draft law 12414, - NABU director Draft law No. 12414, which restricts the independence of the NABU and the SAPO, is pressure on anti-corruption agencies. 1 772 26 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Sternenko about Law 12414 What happened in Verkhovna Rada is act of internal subversion in times of war, - Sternenko The adoption of a law that removes the independence of NABU and SAPO is a gift to Moscow, better than any PSYOP combined. 3 630 49 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

NABU independence What Semen Kryvonos said Today, anti-corruption infrastructure was actually destroyed, - NABU Director Kryvonos NABU Director Semen Kryvonos commented on the adoption of draft law No. 12414 by the parliament. 8 222 55 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Searches at NABU and SAPO Kryvonos and Klymenko hold a briefing NABU head Kryvonos and SAPO head Klymenko hold briefing. VIDEO NABU Director Semen Kryvonos and SAPO Head Oleksandr Klymenko are holding a briefing. 12 072 34 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU Searches at SAPO

Co-owner of "Kvartal" Tymur Mindych may be suspected by NABU NABU prepares suspicion to co-owner of Mindych’s "Kvartal" - UP The NABU is preparing a suspicion to the co-owner of Kvartal 95 Studio Tymur Mindych. This information was provided to journalists by an "influential interlocutor" in the anti-corruption authorities. 19 191 70 Previously in trend: Mindich has left Ukraine Pressure on NABU

vr Rada adopts bill No. 12414, which eliminates independence of NABU and SAPO The Verkhovna Rada has passed draft law No. 12414. Earlier, the NABU and the SAPO warned that its adoption would actually destroy the independence of the anti-corruption bodies. 12 504 139 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

NABU responded to bill 12414 NABU and SAPO on draft law No. 12414: If adopted, anti-corruption infrastructure will be destroyed The NABU and the SAPO stressed that amendments were made to Bill 12414 at the last minute, which effectively destroyed the independence of the SAPO and subordinated the activities of the NABU and the SAPO to the Prosecutor General. 5 097 102 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

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. 2 355 30 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

Authorities want to eliminate independence of NABU and SAPO Rada plans to eliminate independence of NABU and SAPO today - media Today, the Verkhovna Rada plans to amend the legislation through draft law No. 12414, which would eliminate the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office. 7 520 68 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

They want to subordinate NABU to the Prosecutor General Rada wants to subordinate NABU to Prosecutor General today, - Zhelezniak The Verkhovna Rada wants to adopt an amendment that will allow NABU to be subordinated to the Prosecutor General. 4 197 67 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU

G7 G7 ambassadors express "serious concern" over attack on NABU, seek meeting with government Ambassadors of the Group of Seven (G7) countries have expressed "serious concerns" over the initiated investigations into several employees of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU). 7 182 64 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

NABU NABU indicates employee detained by SSU is not Russian "mole" The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has commented on the Security Service of Ukraine’s (SSU) claims regarding possible cooperation between a NABU employee and a representative of Russian intelligence services. 9 364 65 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU

transparency Coordinated actions of SSU, Prosecutor General’s Office, and SBI signal government’s intent to undermine independence of anti-corruption bodies – Transparency International Ukraine Transparency International Ukraine has condemned pressure on Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies as unacceptable. 9 631 26 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU Searches at SAPO

Searches at the NABU and SAPO Forbes editor-in-chief commented on Forbes editor-in-chief Davydenko on searches at NABU: Is SSU looking for spies or destroying anti-corruption body? Editor-in-chief of Forbes Ukraine Borys Davydenko commented on the searches of the NABU and the SAPO. 2 077 13 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU Searches at SAPO

Searches at NABU and SAPO What does this mean for the country? Zelenskyy has begun operation to eliminate independence of NABU and SAPO, - source The authorities have begun dismantling anti-corruption institutions in the country, as well as a campaign to discredit the NABU and the SAPO. 9 779 75 Previously in trend: Search in NABU Pressure on NABU Searches at SAPO

Authorities discredit NABU in media and social media Authorities launch campaign to eliminate NABU’s independence - sources The media and social media are publishing materials aimed at discrediting the National Anti-Corruption Bureau. 8 745 25 Previously in trend: Pressure on NABU