Romanian Army Chief Investigated in University Admissions Scandal
Romania’s top military commander, Gen. Gheorghiță Vlad, is under investigation by national…
US Requests Australia Extradite Jet Ski Salesman Who Created Hundreds of Shell Firms
Australian authorities confirmed the American extradition request for Ian Taylor on money laundering charges. OCCRP previously reported that the Taylor family set up offshore firms that were used by crime groups.
Warnings of Human Trafficking Issued for 2026 FIFA World Cup
With millions expected to descend on North America for the tournament, officials say criminal networks are using fraudulent employment offers to lure victims into sexual exploitation and forced labor.
Ukrainian Court Approves Pre-trial Detention of Kostiantyn Hryhoryshyn
Ukrainian businessman Kostiantyn Hryhoryshyn is suspected of embezzling energy funds, but has left the country. A court has approved his detention, and prosecutors plan to request an international arrest warrant.
Nepal Rights Body Urges Charges Against Ex-PM Over Gen Z Protest Deaths
The country's human rights commission is seeking retroactive legislation to prosecute former leaders, while also urging investigations into opposition figures who fueled the September 2025 unrest.
Ukrainian Authorities Ask Court to Detain Businessman in Alleged Embezzlement Case
If the motion to detain Kostiantyn Hryhoryshyn is approved, Ukrainian prosecutors say they will seek an international arrest warrant for the businessman suspected of embezzling energy funds.
Child Abuse Claims Made Against Nearly 300 Sri Lankan Buddhist Monks in Last Three Years
The revelation that a large number of Buddhist monks in Sri Lanka are accused of abusing children was made in response to a freedom of information request by OCCRP. It comes as the country grapples with child sex allegations against one of its most senior Buddhist clergymen.
A Corporate Battle in London Threatens the Last Independent News Outlets in Serbia
The founders of a Balkan media empire are suing to block a private equity firm from selling their news division to a buyer with ties to regional autocrats.
UK Targets Russian Crypto Sanctions Evasion Network
Britain sanctioned 18 people and companies accused of using the Kremlin-backed A7 network and shadow financial infrastructure used to fund Moscow’s war economy.
Congo President’s Niece Sentenced in Paris Money Laundering Case
A French court handed suspended prison sentences to three of the president’s family members for using embezzled public funds to buy real estate.