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MP comments on Turan Tovuz scandal
MP Fazil Mustafa calls Turan Tovuz's ban from European competitions a corruption scandal, discouraging business investment.
Protection of corruption whistleblowers strengthened
Parliament debates amendments to strengthen protection for corruption whistleblowers. New accountability mechanisms for public and municipal officials are being introduced.
Customs officers arrested in Ukraine brought to Baku
Two Azerbaijani customs officers arrested in Ukraine have been brought to Baku. They had fled an investigation into cigarette smuggling at Hovsan.
Land Sale Scandal in Garadagh: Court Trial Begins
The court trial for former officials involved in a land sale scandal in Garadagh has started. Indictment read, next hearing on June 12.
Investigation into 5 million manat cigarette smuggling concluded
Investigation into 5 million manat cigarette smuggling concluded. Charges filed, case sent to court. Defendants include port officials.
Dismissed Colonel Faces Criminal Charges
Colonel Oktay Babayev accused of fraud after dismissal, allegedly took 30,000 manat bribe.
Former deputy chief Zulfugar Mansurov released from custody
Former deputy head Zulfugar Mansurov, arrested on bribery charges, released by Baku Court of Appeal.
Colombians Choose Between Left and Right in Election
Colombia's presidential election first round features leftist Ivan Cepeda, independent Abelardo De La Espriella, and right-wing Paloma Valencia. Voting is Sunday.
Madrid March: Thousands Demand PM Resignation
Tens of thousands marched in Madrid demanding PM Pedro Sanchez's resignation amid corruption scandals. Police detained masked protesters.
Over 20 Arrested for Bribing Voters in Armenia
21 people arrested in Armenia for voter bribery. Anti-Corruption Committee investigates, 13 detained.
US warns of China role in Argentina bid
U.S. House committee chair warns of Chinese influence in Argentina's $10 billion Parana River dredging contract bid.
Sarukyan supporters detained in Armenia
Gagik Sarukyan's supporters detained in Armenia ahead of parliamentary elections. Anti-Corruption Committee alleges voter bribery.
Search at Macron's Residence
French President Emmanuel Macron's Elysee Palace was searched as part of a corruption investigation.
Goldman Sachs to pay $500 million for 1MDB lawsuit
Goldman Sachs agrees to pay $500 million to settle shareholder lawsuit over 1MDB scandal.
China football scandal: 17 banned for life
Chinese Football Association bans 17 individuals for life in bribery, corruption, and match-fixing scandal. Former Huaxia Fortune president among those punished.
NHL signs prediction market integrity memo with CFTC
NHL signs information-sharing agreement with CFTC to protect prediction market integrity, following similar MLB deal.
Election Fraud in Armenia: Bribery Detentions
Election fraud in Armenia: Members of Russian billionaire's party detained for bribery.
Mexico arrests mayor in corruption probe
Mexican authorities arrest Atlatlahucan mayor and five others in corruption and organized crime probe in Morelos state. Accounts blocked for 22 individuals and 10 organizations.
Vance or Rubio for 2028?
JD Vance and Marco Rubio audition for 2028 at the White House briefing room. Who will succeed Trump? Iran war and economic concerns discussed.
Israel Moves Toward Snap Election
Israel moves closer to a snap election after initial vote to dissolve parliament. Netanyahu faces corruption trial and low poll numbers.
Police officers sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion fund
Two police officers who defended the Capitol on Jan 6 sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion fund for victims of political weaponization.
New decision in 5 million smuggling case
Officials detained for 5 million manat cigarette smuggling have their detention extended by 3 months.
No buyers for Vilyam Hajiyev's luxury cars
Vilyam Hajiyev's confiscated Range Rover and BMW go to auction with discounts for the fourth time, still no buyers.
New rule for gifts to customs officials
Customs officials must now report and hand over unsolicited gifts to the anti-corruption unit, a new ethical requirement.
Election bribery in Armenia: Kocharyan's bloc members detained
Armenia detains members of Robert Kocharyan's "Hayastan" bloc on election bribery charges. Anti-Corruption Committee conducts searches in Spitak.
Anti-Corruption Efforts Strengthened
Anti-corruption efforts are strengthened. The Main Collective Agreement includes boosting entrepreneurship among youth and women.
Andriy Yermak Remanded in Custody for 60 Days
Andriy Yermak remanded in custody for 60 days. Bail set at 140 million hryvnias. Details on the Dynasty corruption case.
Egg thrown at Yermak
Andriy Yermak, former head of Zelenskyy's administration, had an egg thrown at him outside a courthouse. Details of the incident.
Election Bribery in Armenia: 5 Detained
Election bribery in Armenia: 5 people detained for bribing voters for the Strong Armenia party. Anti-Corruption Committee announces arrests.
Crime of deceased colonel uncovered
The crime of late colonel Mayis Orujaliyev revealed: state damaged by 1 million manats. His wife will be the legal heir.
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