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Reuters: The US will send depleted uranium ammunition to Ukraine in the next aid package
Armor-piercing munitions with depleted uranium will be in the new package of military aid to Ukraine, which will be announced next week
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Admiral Beez
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Thumpalumpacus
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KYIV, Sept 2 (Reuters) - A Ukrainian court ordered tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky to be held in custody for two months on suspicion of fraud and money laundering on Saturday, a striking move against one of the country's most powerful businessmen.
The detention of Kolomoisky, who is under U.S. sanctions and is a one-time supporter of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy whose election he backed in 2019, comes as Kyiv is trying to signal progress during a wartime crackdown on corruption.
Defence lawyers said Kolomoisky would appeal the ruling, questioning its legality, but that he would not post bail of almost $14 million in order to secure his release, broadcaster Radio Liberty reported.
After a hearing at a district court in Kyiv late on Saturday, Kolomoisky, one of Ukraine's richest men, was shown being led away in a blue tracksuit jacket in television footage. He could not be reached for comment.
The Security Service of Ukraine announced the case against Kolomoisky on Saturday morning, publishing photographs on Telegram Messenger showing him being served documents by security officers and signing them.
"It was established that during 2013-2020, Ihor Kolomoisky legalized more than half a billion hryvnias ($14 million) by withdrawing them abroad and using the infrastructure of banks under (his) control," the agency said in a statement.
Ukrainian tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky detained in fraud case
Kolomoisky is one of Ukraine's richest men and a one-time supporter of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
SaparotRob
Unter Gemeine Geschwader Murmeltier XIII
Maybe Putin will offer to fly him to Russia on a private jet.KYIV, Sept 2 (Reuters) - A Ukrainian court ordered tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky to be held in custody for two months on suspicion of fraud and money laundering on Saturday, a striking move against one of the country's most powerful businessmen.
The detention of Kolomoisky, who is under U.S. sanctions and is a one-time supporter of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy whose election he backed in 2019, comes as Kyiv is trying to signal progress during a wartime crackdown on corruption.
Defence lawyers said Kolomoisky would appeal the ruling, questioning its legality, but that he would not post bail of almost $14 million in order to secure his release, broadcaster Radio Liberty reported.
After a hearing at a district court in Kyiv late on Saturday, Kolomoisky, one of Ukraine's richest men, was shown being led away in a blue tracksuit jacket in television footage. He could not be reached for comment.
The Security Service of Ukraine announced the case against Kolomoisky on Saturday morning, publishing photographs on Telegram Messenger showing him being served documents by security officers and signing them.
"It was established that during 2013-2020, Ihor Kolomoisky legalized more than half a billion hryvnias ($14 million) by withdrawing them abroad and using the infrastructure of banks under (his) control," the agency said in a statement.
Ukrainian tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky detained in fraud case
Kolomoisky is one of Ukraine's richest men and a one-time supporter of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.www.reuters.com
Admiral Beez
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Not every corrupt Ukrainian is connected to Putin. Ukraine breeds their own crooked oligarchs as well. Corruption is one of the reasons pre-Maidan Revolution Ukraine was not fast tracked for EU and NATO membership.
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buffnut453
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This is an interesting piece charting how Putin's growing autocracy since 2000, which accelerated considerably in recent years, has effectively neutered Russia's diplomatic corps:
Threats, insults, and Kremlin 'robots': How Russian diplomacy died under Putin
Russian diplomacy is no longer about co-operation but "putting Westerners in their place", say ex-Kremlin insiders.
www.bbc.com
MiTasol
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Naturally as that indicates to the Russian public that these companies believe that Ukraine will remain independent.
Warspite63
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This is encouraging: Ukraine War: Counter-offensive troops punch through Russia line, generals claim
How Australian cardboard drones became a critical innovation in the Ukraine war
Ukraine is using Australian-made cardboard drones which are light, cheap and easy to transport. They've also proved to be highly effective as a weapon of war, writes Paul Cureton.
www.abc.net.au
Life in Kyiv may seem normal on the surface. A closer look reveals the burdens of war
In the mornings, people rush to their work holding cups of coffee. Streets are filled with cars, and in the evenings restaurants are packed. But the details tell another story.
www.abc.net.au
Ukrainian forces blow up Russian patrol boat with Turkish drone
Ukrainian troops took out a Russian patrol boat using a Turkish-supplied TB2 drone on the frontlines. The Ukrainian Navy released footage on Sunday showing what it said were successful strikes against a Russian KS-701 patrol boat using the Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drone. "In the northwestern...
There’s a Battle Over Carbon Emerging from the War in Ukraine
A new international effort is working to hold Russia accountable for the climate impact of its invasion.
www.politico.com
I sometimes wonder if we should swap Ukraine for Hungary in NATO:
www.politico.eu
Give Russia security guarantees for lasting peace in Ukraine, Hungary says
Senior Hungarian minister also repeats Budapest’s position that Kyiv should not join NATO.
www.politico.eu
Russia Sets Up Civilian Patrols To Protect Base After Drone Attack Destroyed Jets
Rattled by the fact Kresty Air Base was hit by drones launched nearby, the local governor is gathering residents to patrol the area.
www.thedrive.com
Oopppsss...
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Ukraine Situation Report: Wild Video Shows Bradley Blasting Another In Training
A soldier is lucky to be alive after the Ukrainian Bradley he was standing next to caught a round from another Bradley during training.
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SaparotRob
Unter Gemeine Geschwader Murmeltier XIII
The IKEA Bomber.
How Australian cardboard drones became a critical innovation in the Ukraine war
Ukraine is using Australian-made cardboard drones which are light, cheap and easy to transport. They've also proved to be highly effective as a weapon of war, writes Paul Cureton.
SaparotRob
Unter Gemeine Geschwader Murmeltier XIII
Haven't heard much from the Bayraktar as late. Nice to hear from an old friend.Ukrainian forces blow up Russian patrol boat with Turkish drone
Ukrainian troops took out a Russian patrol boat using a Turkish-supplied TB2 drone on the frontlines. The Ukrainian Navy released footage on Sunday showing what it said were successful strikes against a Russian KS-701 patrol boat using the Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drone. "In the northwestern...defence-blog.com
