12 November 2025 , 13:43
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Ukrainian justice minister German Galushchenko has been suspended amid an alleged corruption scandal in the country’s energy sector, uncovered by the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, or SAPO.
AFP reported that the authorities alleged that Galushchenko was involved in a $100m corruption scheme orchestrated by Timur Mindich, an ally of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and personally benefited from the plot.
But Reuters said the ministry confirmed he was subject to an active investigation, but did not specify if it was linked with the energy corruption case.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said in a social media post this morning that the decision had been taken at an emergency government session, with Deputy Justice Minister for European Integration Lyudmila Suhak tasked with taking over Galushchenko’s duties.
Galushchenko agreed with the government’s decision, saying that “suspension for the duration of the investigation is a civilized and appropriate scenario.”
“I will defend myself in the legal arena and prove my position,” he added
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