Supreme Anti-Corruption Court Sets 300 Million Hryvnia Bail for Vadym Stolar

Preventive Measures Imposed on Vadym Stolar

According to 5 канал: On September 11, 2026, the Supreme Anti-Corruption Court decided to release Ukrainian Member of Parliament Vadym Stolar on bail set at 300 million hryvnias, without ordering his detention. The case concerns allegations of establishing a criminal organization and orchestrating a hostile takeover of assets.

As part of the court's ruling, Stolar must comply with several procedural requirements, including:

• Responding promptly to summons from detectives, prosecutors, and the court;
• Refraining from leaving Ukraine without official permission;
• Notifying authorities about any change of residence;
• Abstaining from contact with other suspects and witnesses;
• Surrendering all passports used for international travel.

Investigators allege that the criminal group linked to Stolar was involved in illegally seizing real estate and other corporate assets. Members reportedly tampered with the Ministry of Justice’s information systems, forging court decisions and ownership documents. Stolar faces accusations of leading this criminal organization and unlawfully taking control of two companies in the fall of 2025, with combined assets valued at 248 million hryvnias.

In early 2026, the group planned to seize additional real estate in Kyiv worth over 207 million hryvnias; however, this attempt was never carried out. Stolar remains a central figure in the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) investigation known as 'Themis.' He was formally charged in absentia on August 20, 2026.

The charges against the MP cover multiple articles of Ukraine’s Criminal Code, including:

• Creation of a criminal organization;
• Illegal appropriation of property;
• Forgery of documents;
• Unauthorized interference with information systems.

'The Supreme Anti-Corruption Court has set Vadym Stolar’s bail at 300 million hryvnias without ordering detention,' reported journalist Mykhailo Tkach.

This case is part of broader anti-corruption operations led by NABU and SAPO targeting high-ranking officials, politicians, and business figures. Notable individuals involved include Irina Mudra, deputy head of the Presidential Office, and former MP Maksym Mykytas. These efforts, under the code names 'Forest Gump' and 'Themis,' uncovered a sophisticated criminal network.

Stolar’s situation highlights the ongoing challenges Ukraine faces in tackling corruption among its elite. The active role of law enforcement in pursuing such high-profile cases marks a significant step toward strengthening governance and restoring public trust. The outcome of this investigation will be a crucial benchmark for Ukraine’s anti-corruption framework and its effectiveness in holding powerful figures accountable.

The recent bail decision for Vadym Stolar comes amidst a broader investigation by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau, highlighting ongoing concerns about corruption in Ukraine. For further insights into the implications of this ruling and its connection to the Femida corruption case, you can read more in our detailed coverage on the Femida case.