Ukraine's Justice Minister Suspended in $100M Corruption Scandal

Ukraines Justice Minister suspended amidst major corruption scandal involving state nuclear power company and high-ranking officials. Anti-corruption agency detains five, identifies seven suspects, including a businessman believed to be the mastermind and a former advisor to the energy minister. Estimated kickbacks in the energy sector amount to $100 million. President Zelenskyy welcomes the investigation and urges full cooperation. Suspended minister, Halushchenko, vows to defend himself in court. Deputy Minister Suhak takes over as acting minister.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.