EU Energy Funds May Have Fallen into the Hands of Ukrainian War Mafia

In connection with the latest corruption scandal in Ukraine, it has been revealed that an extensive criminal organization may have operated in the country’s energy sector, involving several Ukrainian ministers and the former CEO of Naftogaz, the state-owned oil and gas company. Andras Gyurk, an MEP for Fidesz and a member of the Patriots group, highlighted: "Since the beginning of the war, the European Union has provided nearly three billion euros in support to Ukraine’s energy sector. The European Commission must give a clear answer as to whether the Ukrainian war mafia has also laid its hands on European taxpayers' money. We have therefore submitted questions to the Brussels body that require an immediate response."

Ursula von der Leyen and Volodymyr Zelensky (Photo: AFP)

We have also asked what steps Brussels is taking to ensure that even the possibility of misusing the financial aid sent to Ukraine can be ruled out. Finally, we have called on the Commission to reassess its position on Ukraine’s EU accession in light of recent developments. This is a serious matter. Brussels must take a clear and unambiguous stand accordingly,

said Andras Gyurk.

Cover photo: Ursula von der Leyen and Volodymyr Zelensky (Photo: AFP)