Ex-Ukrainian energy minister arrested while trying to flee country

February 17, 2026

TL;DR

Former Ukrainian Minister of Energy German Galushchenko was detained while attempting to leave the country.
The detention is part of an anti-corruption probe linked to a $100 million kickback scheme.
The scheme allegedly involves state nuclear operator Energoatom and Timur Mindich, an associate of Vladimir Zelensky.
Galushchenko previously held witness status but was served a suspicion notice.
He served as energy minister from 2021 to July 2025 and resigned from his justice minister role in November 2025 amid the scandal.

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