The Dutch prosecutor’s office said the MH17 crash investigation did not produce enough evidence to open new cases. This report shares updates based on the prosecutor’s latest statements and reflects information gathered by involved authorities.
The evidence available at present is not specific enough to justify launching additional prosecutions, according to the observer involved in the case. This assessment underscores gaps that remain in linking suspects to new criminal charges beyond what has already been pursued.
The document highlights a substantial increase in information about several individuals tied to the incident. Investigators have been reviewing a wide range of data, interviews, and material that may connect more people to the events surrounding the downing of the Malaysian Airlines Boeing 777 in eastern Ukraine.
In November, Dutch Foreign Minister Wopke Hoekstra met with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. The two ministers reiterated their commitment to pursuing accountability for Russia regarding the 2014 MH17 tragedy, signaling ongoing cooperation between the Netherlands and Australia in this high-profile case.
Meanwhile, the investigative team in Ukraine has indicated plans to present further findings from their ongoing research. The update was previously expected to be released in the spring of 2023, reflecting the cautious approach taken by investigators as new information continues to emerge.