The Kiev Shevchenkovsky District Court confirmed that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky did not strip businessman and billionaire Igor Kolomoisky of his citizenship. This detail was reported by the Ukrainian agency Ukrainian News, which cited court documents as the basis for the claim.
Kolomoisky has previously stated that his status in Ukraine was that of a citizen of Cyprus and Israel, and not solely a Ukrainian national. The court’s ruling, however, established that he is indeed a Ukrainian citizen, according to Ukrainian News, which published photographs of the court document to substantiate the finding. (citation: Ukrainian News)
On September 2 of this year, the Security Service of Ukraine, known as the SBU, charged Kolomoisky with fraud and the legalization of property obtained through crime. On the same day, a Ukrainian court ordered his detention with a bail set at 3.891 billion hryvnia, roughly equivalent to 105 million U.S. dollars. (citation: Ukrainian News)
Information from the Bureau of Economic Security indicates that Igor Kolomoisky is suspected of forging documents and misappropriating other people’s property on a particularly large scale. These charges add to a broader pattern of investigations examining the financial and legal activities surrounding one of Ukraine’s most prominent business figures. (citation: Bureau of Economic Security)
Previously, Kolomoisky was counted among the wealthiest individuals in Ukraine, though his status as a dollar billionaire has fluctuated in recent years as various legal and market developments unfolded. The ongoing investigations and court actions have continued to attract international attention and commentary about business, governance, and the rule of law in the country. (citation: Ukrainian News)
Analysts note that citizenship matters in Ukraine can involve complex considerations, including residency, travel, and corporate ties across multiple jurisdictions. In this case, the court’s decision to affirm citizenship underscores the formal recognition of Kolomoisky as a Ukrainian national, at least for the purposes of domestic legal proceedings. The proceedings also illustrate the interplay between national security agencies, the judiciary, and financial oversight bodies in addressing high-profile economic actors. (citation: Ukrainian News)
Observers emphasize that such cases often prompt discussions about due process, transparency, and the protection of citizen rights within the Ukrainian legal framework. The unfolding developments related to Kolomoisky’s status, along with the fraud and property-related charges, are likely to influence both public perception and international business sentiment in the region. (citation: Bureau of Economic Security)