German Galushchenko detained by NABU

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) reported that former energy minister Herman Halushchenko was detained while attempting to cross the border as part of an investigation into a corruption case related to Ukraine's energy sector. According to NABU, allegations concerning unauthorized activities in the industry are supported by documents and evidence collected during the investigation. These actions are considered obstruction of official duties and a violation of Ukrainian laws.

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Herman Halushchenko served as Ukraine's Minister of Energy from 2019 to 2020 and became the subject of an investigation over suspicions of poaching within the energy industry.