Family of Slain Ukrainian Politician Andriy Parubiy Files $15 Million Lawsuit

Parubiy Family Files Civil Suit

According to Главком: The family of former Verkhovna Rada speaker Andriy Parubiy has filed a civil lawsuit seeking 15 million hryvnias in moral damages. This legal action follows the tragic assassination of Parubiy in Lviv on August 30, 2025. The criminal case for his murder, in which a Russian intelligence agent is accused, is now ready for trial. The case highlights the ongoing threat of foreign subversion in Ukraine.

Accusations and Investigation Details

The accused in the murder case is 53-year-old Mykhailo Stselnikov, who was detained in the Khmelnytskyi region on the night of September 1. The investigation established that Stselnikov acted as an agent of Russian special services and, from 2024 onward, transmitted information about Ukrainian Armed Forces units in Lviv. He also allegedly proposed Parubiy as a target for assassination.

Following the killing, law enforcement discovered a Makarov pistol with a silencer, used in the crime, hidden in a forest. In mid-December 2025, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) located this specific weapon. The murder investigation is complete, and the indictment has been sent to court, with a preparatory hearing scheduled for April 27.

Yuriy Zoshiy, the Parubiy family's lawyer: 'We are seeking the equivalent of 15 million hryvnias, based on the character of the deceased individual... We believe he fought for Ukrainian independence...'

Mykhailo Stselnikov, for his part, has stated he does not require any compensation related to his son's death. The defendant faces charges of state treason, attempted assassination of a state figure, and other crimes under specific articles of the Ukrainian Criminal Code:

• Part 3, Article 109;
• Part 2, Article 111;
• Part 2, Article 27, Part 2, Article 28, Article 112;
• Part 2, Article 27, Part 2, Article 28;
• Part 1, Article 263;
• Part 1, 3, Article 436-2.

The assassination of Andriy Parubiy, a significant figure in Ukrainian politics, has generated substantial public resonance. The progress toward trial underscores the seriousness with which authorities are treating this crime and the pursuit of justice for the victim's family. The civil lawsuit filed by the Parubiy family could set an important precedent in cases involving the deaths of state officials, particularly within the context of ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine.

The upcoming trial of Mykhailo Stselnikov, the alleged Russian agent accused of murdering Andriy Parubiy, marks a significant moment in the ongoing struggle against foreign interference in Ukraine. As the case unfolds, it is crucial to understand the broader implications of such actions on national security. For more details on the trial proceedings and the charges against Stselnikov, read about the impending court hearings that will take place in Lviv.