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Ukraine Court Detains Ex-Energy Minister Galushchenko With UAH 200 Million Bail Option

The case advances under a NABUSAPO probe into alleged $100 million Energoatom kickbacks.

Overview

  • The High Anti-Corruption Court ordered 60 days of custody until April 15 with release permitted upon a UAH 200 million bond and standard restrictions if posted.
  • Prosecutors sought UAH 425.984 million bail and said the charges carry potential sentences of seven to twelve years with confiscation of property.
  • Galushchenko was detained on February 15 at the border on a train to Warsaw and was formally charged on February 16 with money laundering and participation in a criminal organization.
  • Investigators allege offshore entities tied to Anguilla, the Marshall Islands and Saint Kitts and Nevis moved proceeds to family-controlled accounts, including $7.4 million, with additional cash withdrawals in Switzerland.
  • NABU reports ongoing international cooperation with authorities in 15 countries under Operation Midas, a probe that has rattled Ukraine’s leadership with high-level resignations, including Andriy Yermak, as reported.