Phone Data Reveals Key 'Midas' Case Suspect's Pre-Planned Departure from Ukraine.

Timur Mindich's Departure from Ukraine

According to TSN.ua: Phone records seized by investigators confirm that Timur Mindich, a central figure in the 'Midas' corruption case, left Ukraine in a premeditated move. The Director of Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU), Semen Kryvonos, stated that Mindich's departure was planned and occurred around 2 a.m. on November 10th.

According to the data, a vehicle for his exit was ordered by his assistants on the morning of November 9th. This indicates the departure was not a last-minute reaction to events. Kryvonos emphasized that analysis of phone data seized during searches corroborates this timeline, showing the exit was coordinated well in advance of any investigative actions.

Case Details and Sanctions

The case against Timur Mindich was officially initiated on August 21, 2025. In December of that same year, he was remanded in custody in absentia. Furthermore, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy imposed sanctions for three years against individuals involved in the related 'Enerhoatom' case. This underscores the gravity of the accusations in the wider 'Midas' investigation, which is part of Ukraine's ongoing, high-stakes fight against systemic corruption.

Mindich's ability to leave the country while under active investigation suggests a calculated response to the threat of detention. This development could significantly impact the trajectory of the 'Midas' case and highlights challenges in prosecuting high-profile suspects. Given the international sanctions now in place, the focus will be on the potential legal steps to secure the return of the accused to Ukraine.