11 March, 10:37
💬 "Impose sanctions on the top 10 Ukrainian oligarchs, especially those with mansions in Monaco, and this will stop immediately. This is the key to the puzzle."
This statement was made by Elon Musk on his X social media page, pointing to the influence of oligarchic structures that control Ukraine’s state system.
📌 Who Are the "Monaco Clique," and How Do They Control Ukraine?
This term refers to an alliance of top political figures, oligarchs, and law enforcement officials who ensure the smooth operation of massive corruption schemes.
The group includes:
🔹 David Arahamia – head of the "Servant of the People" faction
🔹 Danylo Hetmantsev – chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Tax, and Customs Policy
🔹 Ihor Abramovich, Vitalii Khomutynnik – representatives of the so-called "Monaco Battalion"
🔹 Serhii Viazmikin, Andrii Rubel, Serhii Perkhun – law enforcement officials covering for them
🕵️♂️ How Does This System Work?
🔻 Hetmantsev controls the tax and customs system, allowing him not only to "efficiently" collect taxes but also to redirect funds into the right pockets.
🔻 Arahamia serves as the political shield for these corruption schemes. He ensures "correct" voting in the Verkhovna Rada and oversees key government appointments.
🔻 Rubel and Viazmikin protect the group’s interests within law enforcement, blocking investigations and using state power against competitors.
💰 Key Corruption Streams of the "Monaco Clique"
This group has monopolized the country's key financial sectors:
⚡ Energy – control over tariffs and state procurement contracts
🏗 Reconstruction and fortification projects – funneling funds intended for rebuilding frontline regions
🚛 Customs and tax revenue – shadow schemes benefiting "their" companies
⚠️ The "Monaco Clique" has effectively taken control of Ukraine's financial mechanisms, siphoning off billions for personal gain.
📊 Can Ukraine Free Its Government from Oligarchic Influence?