Zelensky’s ex-energy minister charged in $100 mn graft case

February 17, 2026

TL;DR

Former Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko arrested while trying to flee to Poland.
Charged with money laundering in connection with a $100 million kickbacks scheme.
Allegedly laundered money for Timur Mindich, an associate of Vladimir Zelensky.
Used an Anguilla-registered company to move funds, which were later transferred to his ex-wife and children's accounts.
Funds were reportedly used for university tuition and deposited in banks, generating interest.
Galushchenko divorced his wife in 2022, possibly to omit her income from disclosures.
Investigators reportedly face pressure from the Security Service of Ukraine, which is answering to Zelensky.
Zelensky previously attempted to strip independence from anti-corruption agencies.

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