Police investigates surveillance of journalists: what is known about the 'Midas' case

Preliminary investigation in the 'Midas' case

According to Главком: The National Police has launched a preliminary investigation into the possible illegal dissemination of journalists' data in the 'Midas' case. The investigative department of the Solomyansky police in Kyiv is conducting an investigation that has become relevant in the context of surveillance of media professionals.

As part of the 'Midas' case, the individuals involved collected information on journalists, including notable figures such as:

• Marina Ansiforova
• Yuriy Butusov
• Stanislav Rechynsky
• Volodymyr Fedorin
• Olha Chayka
• Yuriy Nikolov
• Andriy Kulikov
• Volodymyr Mostovyi
• Oleksiy Shalaisky

Moreover, over 500 references to officials, NABU detectives, deputies, and journalists have been discovered in the back office involved in this case.

Suspicions in the 'Midas' case

On November 10, 2025, NABU announced the suspicion of seven individuals in the 'Midas' case. Among those suspected are Tymur Mindič, Ihor Myroniuk, and Dmytro Basov. The co-organizers of the corruption scheme turned out to be Tymur Mindič and Oleksandr Tsukerman, who have been under sanctions in Ukraine since November 13. It is important to note that both individuals fled Ukraine before the suspicion was announced.

Additionally, four representatives from the back office involved in money laundering-Oleksandr Tsukerman, Ihor Fursenko, Lesya Ustymenko, and Lyudmyla Zorina-have become part of the investigation. The investigating judge of the High Anti-Corruption Court extended the term of the preliminary investigation in the corruption case at 'Energoatom'. Law enforcement agencies will investigate surveillance of media professionals, as confirmed by Yaroslav Yurchyshyn.

This case has caused a wide public outcry, as surveillance of journalists threatens freedom of speech and journalistic activity in Ukraine. The investigation indicates serious issues with corruption and crimes against journalists that require the attention of the state and international organizations. The further development of the 'Midas' case could significantly impact the reputation of law enforcement agencies and public trust in them.