Russian military execute five Ukrainian POWs in Zaporizhzhia Oblast
The investigators say the Russians committed this war crime near Novdarivka in Zaporizhzhia Oblast days ago - on 24 November.
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Ukraine cracks down on corruption schemes: Nine officials convicted over disability certification fraud
Ukraine's law enforcement has convicted nine officials from the Medical-Social Expertise Commissions, prompting investigations into nearly 2,400 individuals suspected of fraudulently obtaining disability certifications to avoid military service.
Voice of America: Russia repairs Su-30s with Western equipment
A recent investigation has uncovered a complex international scheme allowing Russia to maintain its Su-30SM fighter jets using French equipment, potentially undermining the effectiveness of sanctions.
RFE/RL: Russian owners of Ukrainian loan companies may face license suspension
An investigation by Schemes, the investigative unit of RFE/RL's Ukrainian Service, reveals that key owners of two companies in Ukraine's instant-loan sector hold Russian citizenship, potentially breaching Ukrainian banking regulations.
Majority of Ukrainians proud of their citizenship, new survey shows
The study revealed that more than 90% of Ukrainians are proud of their citizenship in all of parts of the country.
Russian military expands logistics capabilities with new base near Rostov – investigation
A new Russian military base in Novocherkassk, capable of supporting frontline operations in Ukraine, has tripled in size since August 2023, satellite imagery reveals.
VOA: Ukraine resumes efforts to ratify Rome Statute despite fears of Russian manipulation
The decision aims to facilitate international scrutiny of crimes committed on Ukrainian soil.
Conscripting the critics: Ukrainian authorities accused of using draft as political weapon
Ukrainian investigative journalist Yevhenii Shulhat claims he was targeted with a draft notice after pursuing a corruption story involving the Security Service of Ukraine.
Ukraine intel hackers issue warning to Ulyanovsk residents to resist service in Russian armed forces in recent cyber operation
The assault, which caused significant damage including the loss of critical infrastructure at the Ulyanovsk Regional Administration, underscored a broader campaign involving phishing tactics aimed at various local institutions.
9-year-old Ukrainian found dead in Germany, police investigate homicide
Valeriia and her mother moved to Germany in 2022 to escape the war in Ukraine, while her father remained in Ukraine serving on the front line according to his own words. The girl was missing for over a week since 3 June after she did not return home after school where she had not come at all that morning.
Over 160 Russian torture sites found in Ukraine, says Ukrainian prosecutor general
The investigation has recognized more than 3,800 civilians and 2,200 POWs as victims of Russian war crimes.
Police arrest four individuals accused of attacking volunteers in Prague raising funds for Ukraine
The incident, which involved a group of Russian-speaking attackers, resulted in injuries and damage to the initiative's stand, prompting a criminal investigation.
Ukrainian intelligence says Moscow recruits mercenaries from Central Africa for war against Ukraine
Financial rewards and other benefits are being used to lure fighters from Rwanda, Burundi, and other countries.
Tribunal for Russian crimes needed to avoid further atrocities in Europe, Ukrainian MP says
A Ukrainian deputy warned that delaying justice could lead to future aggressions in other countries, emphasizing the urgency of creating a Special International Tribunal now.
Politico: US plan to impose sanctions on Georgian officials to “defend democracy,” leaked bill says
The US Congress may introduce asset freezes and travel bans for Georgian officials, pushing forward Russian-style “foreign agents”…
Poland increases intelligence budget amid rising Russian threat
In response to mounting concerns over Russian aggression, Poland is ramping up its defenses.
Russian general wanted in Czech Republic for involvement in ammo depot explosions
A week ago, the Czech Republic completed an investigation into the blasts that occurred in Vrbětice ammo depots in 2014.
Insider: Family of illegal immigrants helped Russian intelligence organize explosions, poisonings in Europe
Russian illegal immigrants Nikolai and Elena Shaposhnikov allegedly coordinated explosions and poisonings in Europe for Russia's military intelligence GRU while living under refugee cover in Czechia, per an investigation by The Insider.
Bloomberg: France pushes for new EU sanctions targeting Russian disinformation machine
As the EU prepares for parliamentary elections in June, countering the increasing flood of Russian fakes has become a top priority for the bloc.
Poland allows sanctioned Belarusian timber into EU with forged documents, according to investigation
Journalists discovered documents showing Belarusian companies are using Poland to bypass EU sanctions, falsifying records to pass off Belarusian timber as coming from Kazakhstan.