Brazilian federal police conducted raids targeting Senator Jaques Wagner, a key ally of President Lula da Silva, as part of a corruption investigation linked to the defunct Banco Master. The probe, which also involves former business partners and touches upon alleged links to the Bolsonaro family, could impact the upcoming presidential election.
Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi will miss the World Cup match against Germany in Toronto due to not obtaining travel authorization. This comes after Wahi was linked to a sports corruption investigation involving unusual betting patterns in a recent Ligue 1 match.
DR Congo scored their first-ever World Cup goal against Portugal, with Yoane Wissa heading home just before halftime. Meanwhile, Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi is under investigation for suspected sports corruption related to betting patterns.
Rome prosecutors are investigating corruption charges against former Court of Auditors official Tommaso Miele, lawyer Francesco Saccomanno, and businessman Vincenzo Virgiglio. They allegedly attempted to bribe judges to influence decisions on the Strait of Messina Bridge project.
An indictment has been prepared against 63 defendants, including Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mustafa Bozbey, who was suspended from duty, on charges of establishing and leading a criminal organization, bribery, and money laundering.
Spanish Guardia Civil searched Tubos Reunidos and SEPI headquarters as part of a probe into alleged illegal commissions related to a pandemic-era state rescue. The investigation, linked to the "Caso Leire Díez," focuses on a group allegedly facilitating the 112 million euro bailout for illegal kickbacks.
İzmir'de Güzelbahçe Belediyesi'ne yönelik soruşturmada, meclis üyesi Gizem Göçtü ve inşaat firması yetkilisi eşi Şamil Güçlü tutuklandı. Soruşturmada tutuklu sayısı 4'e çıktı.
European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) and the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau (CBA) have arrested two more public officials in an investigation into fraud concerning trams in the Silesian-Metropolitan Area. This brings the total number of arrests to 11. The probe focuses on alleged corruption related to a €1.9 billion EU-funded tram infrastructure modernization project.
Pavia authorities have submitted reports to the Brescia prosecutor's office regarding alleged corruption involving former deputy prosecutor Mario Venditti and the "Pavia system." While no evidence of corruption against Venditti concerning Andrea Sempio has emerged, the positions of some lawyers and carabinieri involved may worsen. Prosecutors may seek to archive Venditti's case, potentially returning the investigation to Pavia.
Indonesia's Attorney General's office arrested Dadan Hindayana, former head of the National Nutrition Agency, and two other officials for alleged corruption in President Prabowo Subianto's free school meals program. The officials are accused of manipulating procurement and awarding contracts to unqualified foundations, reportedly owned by agency employees, in exchange for kickbacks.
Indonesia's Attorney General's office arrested Dadan Hindayana, former head of the National Nutrition Agency, and two other officials for alleged corruption in President Prabowo Subianto's free school meals program. The officials are accused of manipulating procurement, awarding contracts to unqualified foundations, and making unnecessary purchases. The program, budgeted at $20 billion, has also faced criticism for food poisoning incidents.
The former head of Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency, Dadan Hindayana, and two other officials were arrested for alleged corruption related to President Prabowo Subianto's free school meals program. Investigators claim they manipulated procurement and awarded contracts to unqualified foundations, some owned by agency employees, in exchange for kickbacks.
An investigation into bribery and corruption at the Antalya Metropolitan Municipality has led to the arrest of 3 out of 4 suspects. The probe, separate from previous investigations, focuses on allegations of hidden money and bribery footage.
Antalya Municipality is under investigation for bribery and corruption. A municipality employee (Z.B.Ş.), the manager of the municipality's social media company (B.Ü.), a journalist (C.D.), and the hairdresser of Mayor Muhittin Böcek (Ö.S.) were subject to detention orders. Three suspects were apprehended, while journalist C.D. remains at large.
Israeli police arrested 14 suspects, including Nahariya's deputy mayor and a known crime boss, in a major corruption probe. The investigation uncovered a criminal organization's infiltration of municipal decision-making, leading to the seizure of millions of shekels in assets.
Mukund Krishna, former chief executive of the Police Federation of England and Wales, denies allegations of financial wrongdoing following his arrest in March. He expressed confidence in his exoneration and pride in his record, citing a 16% pay rise for officers and £150m recovered in compensation.
Spanish police have searched the PSOE headquarters in Madrid as part of a National Court inquiry into corruption allegations against former party members, including Leire Diez, amid wider scrutiny of the ruling party's financial dealings.
Spanish police raid Socialist Party HQ in Madrid as part of a National Court investigation into alleged corruption involving former party member Leire Diez, amid ongoing scandals affecting PM Pedro Sanchez's party.
Spanish police suspect pseudonyms 'Z', 'Zorro', and 'ZZZZ' in a chat refer to former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, as detailed in a report on the Plus Ultra case. The chat, found on lawyer Miguel Palomero's devices, allegedly discusses acts of bribery and influence peddling.
Police report links Julio Martínez Martínez, an associate of former Spanish PM Zapatero, to gold business dealings with Domingo Amaro Chacón, a client in the Plus Ultra corruption case. The investigation suggests payments were made through Martínez's companies.
The investigation into former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for corruption sends a harmful message to young people, suggesting that success is achieved through illicit means and undermining public service motivation.
In İzmir, Turkey, four individuals, including the former general manager of İZBETON, H.S., were arrested for forming a criminal organization and bid rigging. The investigation focuses on alleged corrupt practices in public tenders and construction oversight.
Antalya Mayor Muhittin Böcek was detained on July 5 as part of a bribery and corruption investigation. While his detention was converted to house arrest, he remains in custody for other related cases involving alleged public damage of 399.5 million lira.
Antalya Mayor Muhittin Böcek was detained on July 5 as part of a bribery and corruption investigation. While initially arrested and removed from his post, a court later ordered his release under house arrest. However, the Chief Public Prosecutor's Office denied claims of his release, stating he remains in custody.
