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Former Ukrainian Energy Minister Named Suspect in Kickback Case

Monday, 16 February 2026 07:49 AM EST

Ukraine anti-corruption investigators on Monday said an ex-energy minister is a suspect in a high-profile kickback case.

"We are talking about the former energy minister of Ukraine (2021–2025). He is charged with money laundering and participation in a criminal organization," Ukrainian special anti-corruption prosecutors said on the Telegram messenger.

They did not name the former official.

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