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"Ukraine Uncovers Mass Fraud in Weapons Procurement"

Ukraine's SBU security service has uncovered a corruption scheme in the country's military procurement of arms, totaling around $40 million, involving officials of the Defence Ministry and arms supplier Lviv Arsenal. The embezzlement, which included the purchase of 100,000 mortar shells, saw funds transferred abroad without any arms being provided. Five individuals have been served notices of suspicion, and one suspect has been detained while trying to cross the Ukrainian border. This revelation comes as Ukraine continues to battle endemic corruption while seeking EU membership.

1 year ago•Source: Yahoo News

"Ukraine Exposes Massive Corruption in Weapons Procurement"

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1.915 min•1 year ago

"Ukraine Exposes Massive Corruption in Weapons Procurement"

Ukraine's SBU security service has uncovered a corruption scheme in the country's military procurement of arms, amounting to about $40 million, involving the theft of nearly 1.5 billion hryvnias in the purchase of shells. The investigation revealed the involvement of former and current high-ranking officials of the Ministry of Defence and heads of arms supplier Lviv Arsenal. This revelation comes at a critical time as Ukraine battles Russia's invasion and seeks to address endemic corruption while pursuing EU membership.

via Reuters