The NABU confirmed suspicion against Tymoshenko: details of the scheme to pay deputies for loyalty.
Suspicion of Yulia Tymoshenko in a corruption scheme
According to TSN.ua: The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) confirmed on January 14, 2026, the suspicion against the leader of the Batkivshchyna party, Yulia Tymoshenko. She is suspected of providing unlawful benefits to officials according to part 4 of article 369 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. The investigation uncovered details of a corruption scheme involving regular payments to deputies for loyalty during voting.
Records dated January 12, 2026, discuss the financial conditions and indicate that after the exposure of corruption facts in parliament at the end of 2025, Yulia Tymoshenko initiated a payment system to secure the support of deputies during voting. It is known that within this scheme, deputies received material rewards in exchange for loyalty.
Reaction to the accusations
Yulia Tymoshenko commented on these accusations, stating:
“I consider these actions illegal.”At the same time, the records that have become part of the investigation note that discussions about personnel issues and voting took place in the context of making decisions concerning appointments. 'As for personnel matters, we vote for removal. And we vote 'do not vote' for appointments... For all, yes,' is mentioned in an anonymous comment.
This situation has caused public resonance, as the suspicion against high officials in corruption schemes continues to be a relevant topic in Ukraine. The investigation is ongoing, and further details may be revealed in the course of the investigation.
Currently, the situation with Yulia Tymoshenko highlights the importance of fighting corruption in Ukraine, especially among high officials. Given that such cases evoke wide public interest, the results of the investigation could significantly impact the political situation in the country and the reputation of the Batkivshchyna party. Observers expect further steps from the NABU and possible consequences for other politicians involved in similar schemes.
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