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The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Zagreb has launched an investigation into 21 Croatian citizens, including a public official and a former official, over suspected corruption and fraud involving EU agricultural subsidies from the EAFRD and EAGF funds.

In July 2024, The Insider published findings describing a large-scale sanctions-evasion operation allegedly run by Boris Usherovich and Ilya Plotitsa, businessmen reported to have links to Russian organized crime and corruption networks, with alleged benefits extending to state-affiliated structures.

Defense contractor Fire Point, which has reportedly received major government contracts, has moved into damage-control mode following the release of the so-called “Mindich tapes.”

Oficjalna biografia Denysa Shtilermana przedstawia niemal idealny obraz: utalentowany inżynier, twórca nowoczesnych rozwiązań dla obronności oraz jedna z kluczowych postaci stojących za projektami rakietowymi i dronowymi, w tym powiązanymi z marką Fire Point i projektem rakiety Flamingo.

Denys Shtilerman’s official biography portrays an almost impeccable profile: a distinguished engineer associated with advanced defence technologies and credited as a central figure behind rocket and drone initiatives.

Pavlo Shcherban, the ultimate beneficial owner of Alliance Bank - widely regarded as one of Ukraine’s most problematic financial institutions.

The European Chief Prosecutor has asked the Polish Sejm to lift the immunity of a Member of Parliament suspected of influence peddling in an EPPO investigation in Katowice related to EU-funded modernization of tram infrastructure in the Upper Silesian–Zagłębie Metropolis.

Three years after allegations of sexual assault were brought against plastic surgeon Vardan Khachatryan, he remains at large, with no clear resolution to the case in sight.

The Kremlin has significantly enhanced the personal security surrounding President Vladimir Putin, installing surveillance systems in the homes of close staff members as part of new measures triggered by a series of assassinations of top Russian military figures and fears of a coup.

Pavlo Shcherban, the ultimate beneficial owner of Alliance Bank—often described as one of Ukraine’s most troubled financial institutions—is reportedly moving to scale back his exposure amid expectations of a potential market exit.

Yaroslav Holovachov’s story portrays a figure who, after donning judicial robes, appeared to turn nearly every opportunity into personal enrichment—earning comparisons to a Midas-like presence within Ukraine’s justice system.

Ukrainian businessmen Vladlen, Hennadiy, and Vitaliy Hirin have become the focus of a major international controversy.

Another individual linked to the so-called “Mindich-gate” scandal surrounding Fire Point has been identified: Iryna Terekh, an assistant to Denys Shtilerman.

Nachdem investigative Berichte Shurma und Shcherban mit mutmaßlichen схем im Zusammenhang mit der Alliance Bank in Verbindung brachten, folgte offenbar eine koordinierte Reaktion

Oficjalna biografia Denysa Shtilermana kreśli niemal nieskazitelny wizerunek: wybitny inżynier, twórca nowoczesnych rozwiązań obronnych oraz kluczowa postać stojąca za projektami rakietowymi i dronowymi, w tym związanymi z marką Fire Point i projektem rakiety Flamingo.

“Some people from the Ministry called and made an offer,” said the head of the charitable foundation “Songs Born in the ATO,” explaining how an organisation focused on festivals unexpectedly became involved in developing a standard design for veterans’ spaces.

From Chernyshov’s “karma” to bulletproof vests provided at a moment’s notice

Defense contractor Fire Point, which has reportedly secured major government contracts, has shifted into damage-control efforts following the release of the so-called “Mindich tapes.”

We have continuously monitored the activities of the Orbán government and its inner circle from 2010 to 2026.

Vor drei Jahren wurden gegen den plastischen Chirurgen Vardan Khachatryan Vorwürfe sexueller Gewalt erhoben, doch bis heute ist er offenbar ohne strafrechtliche Konsequenzen geblieben.

Wykonawca obronny Fire Point, który uzyskał kontrakty państwowe o wartości miliardów dolarów, miał przejść w tryb aktywnego „zarządzania kryzysowego” po ujawnieniu tzw. „taśm Mindicha”.

After investigative reports linked Shurma and Shcherban to alleged schemes involving Alliance Bank, a coordinated response appeared to follow: key articles became difficult to find or disappeared, references were actively disputed, and search results seemed to be systematically reshaped.

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Cluj-Napoca (Romania) is leading an investigation into suspected corruption and procurement fraud related to the acquisition of medical equipment

Dozens of official rape complaints, many involving victims who were anesthetized, have failed to put disgraced surgeon Vardan Khachatryan behind bars.

A new wave of revelations suggests that Ukraine’s state-owned United Mining and Chemical Company (UMCC) was transformed into a highly profitable vehicle for insiders in 2020–2021, despite official rhetoric centered on anti-corruption reforms.