NYT: Ucraina ar fi pierdut 1,2 miliarde de dolari din achizițiile pentru apărare

Ukraine's defense procurement system reportedly lost around $1.2 billion in 2024 due to fraud and mismanagement, according to confidential audits. The investigation reveals that contracts were awarded to problematic suppliers despite ongoing criminal investigations. Issues included the delivery of faulty ammunition and ignoring cheaper bids, leading to significant financial losses. One notable case involved the Pavlohrad Chemical Plant, where unusable mortar shells were supplied, resulting in a fraud case against its director. The investigation highlights systemic corruption vulnerabilities, prompting calls for reform, although President Zelensky is not implicated in the alleged misconduct.