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KYIV, Ukraine— The Ukrainian government is reeling from a massive bribery and corruption scandal that has raised serious questions about transparency and governance in the war-torn nation. The scandal involves a close associate of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky who is accused of receiving a colossal $100 million in bribes from the country’s power sector.
In light of the severe accusations, German Galushchenko, who serves as the current Justice Minister and formerly held the position of Energy Minister, has resigned from his post immediately. The scandal is tied to Ukraine’s state nuclear energy company, which is a vital source of electricity supply for the country.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) revealed details of the financial scheme, indicating that an organized group collected up to 15 percent of contract values as kickbacks from contractors. So far, five individuals have been arrested in connection with the $100 million corruption claim, and seven other suspects have been identified.
This situation presents a significant setback to Ukraine’s national effort to not only fend off Russian aggression but also to eradicate systemic corruption from within. President Zelensky has consistently adopted a tough stance against graft, and this scandal, involving individuals close to his inner circle, has generated international concern, particularly among Western allies providing crucial financial aid.
