Ukrainian authorities charged six people, including a parliament member and a national guard official, for misappropriating funds designated for drones and electronic warfare systems. This anti-corruption case follows President Zelensky's decision to restore the independence of anti-corruption agencies after public protests. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) stated the group signed contracts at inflated prices and received kickbacks. Local media identified the parliament member as Oleksiy Kuznyetsov, who was detained with a bail option. Additionally, four more individuals were arrested for accepting bribes related to this scheme.
Ukrainian authorities have charged six individuals with misappropriating funds intended for drones and electronic warfare systems, part of a wider anti-corruption investigation. The investigation follows President Zelensky's decision to restore the independence of anti-corruption agencies.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau reported that the suspects, including a member of parliament, were part of 'an organized criminal group' that systematically misappropriated defense funds through inflated contracts.
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