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The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence is investigating a possible bribery case involving one of its employees, which reflects ongoing efforts to combat corruption within the defense sector.

An employee within Lithuania's Ministry of National Defence reported an alleged bribe offer, prompting an anti-corruption investigation.

Lyudmila Marchenko, a former lawmaker of President Zelensky’s party, has been sentenced to two years in prison for accepting a bribe of $11,300.

Tomasz Sakiewicz, the president of TV Republika, criticized a recent government loan program, claiming it amounted to a bribe for journalists to propagate government projects, sparking controversy during a demonstration.

China offered Taiwan energy stability in exchange for accepting Beijing's governance amidst the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Prosecutors are set to summon independent lawmaker Kang Seon-woo for questioning regarding allegations of receiving a bribe of 100 million won from former Seoul city councilor Kim Kyung, ahead of the 2022 local elections.

An aide who authored a controversial memo regarding a list of politicians to be arrested testified that Yoon Suk-yeol's legal team attempted to bribe him with offers of money and promotions.

A video of a police constable in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, taking a bribe has gone viral on social media, clearly showing him accepting money while in uniform and guaranteeing work completion after receiving the bribe.

A police constable in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, was caught on video accepting a bribe, leading to demands for action, resulting in his suspension and departmental inquiry.

Hairdresser Dennis Knudsen has received a conditional sentence with community service for attempting to bribe an official during a driving theory test.

Former Seoul city councilor Kim Kyung was summoned for questioning by prosecutors over alleged illegal campaign financing involving a 100 million won bribe to independent lawmaker Kang Seon-woo during the 2022 local elections.

The former director of 'Gelsauga' was found guilty of creating an illegal public procurement scheme and accepting a significant bribe in Lithuania.

Kang Seon-woo and Kim Kyung, implicated in allegedly exchanging a 1 billion won nomination bribe, have been transferred to prosecutors following their arrest and detention.

Pitr testified to the police regarding an alleged bribery incident involving Redl.

Colombian politician Víctor Hugo Moreno was arrested for allegedly attempting to bribe police officers to avoid having 15 million pesos seized before the upcoming elections.

Colombian politician Víctor Hugo Moreno was arrested in Leticia for attempting to bribe police officers to prevent the confiscation of cash he was carrying ahead of elections.

A drug dealer in Chacarita attempted to bribe police officers with 5 million pesos during a drug raid.

The XV birthday party of a businessman's daughter in Tabasco gained attention for its celebrity guests and a uniquely designed cake.

A judge and a former prosecutor in Argentina are under investigation for allegedly attempting to extort a family of butchers with a bribe to prevent their imprisonment.

Independent lawmaker Gang Sun-woo undergoes his first police questioning following his arrest for allegedly receiving a 1 billion won bribe from former Seoul city council member Kim Kyung.

A man attempted to bribe refuse collectors with biscuits in hopes of having his overflowing bins collected, but faced a harsh response from the workers who adhered strictly to waste collection rules.

A lawyer and a money dealer were recorded negotiating a bribe to halt a police investigation in São Paulo as part of a broader corruption crackdown.

A wood dealer in Anapu, Pará, was arrested after offering a bribe of R$ 100,000 to an Ibama inspector to avoid penalties for illegal operations.

A man was arrested in Pocrane for attacking a co-worker with a machete and subsequently attempted to bribe the police officers.

A couple was arrested in Brazil for diverting a shipment of soybeans, altering truck license plates, and attempting to bribe police officers.

Harry Maguire's conviction for assault and bribery in Greece has been upheld, and he faces a suspended sentence following a retrial.

A senior official linked to Teresa Ribera has been arrested amid corruption allegations involving a 4 million euro bribe related to a photovoltaic park in Cáceres.

An award-winning film highlights corruption and bribery in Iran, involving both a police officer and a healthcare worker.

A ten-year-old boy sustained a head injury at Splash Eco Park in Brazil, prompting his father to allege that the park's owner attempted to bribe him to conceal the incident.

Antonas Džaliabovas, a senior executive at Gazprom Neft, has been implicated in a bribery scheme totaling 300,000 euros involving contractors between 2020 and 2021.

Jon Stephensen, a Danish politician, refused a bribe to resign from his mandate while facing personal controversies.

A former Nigerian oil official has been sentenced to 87 months in prison in the United States for accepting a $2.1 million bribe from a Swiss oil company.

A drug trafficking suspect in Brazil attempted to bribe a police commander to avoid imprisonment.

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Fortaleza, Brazil, for attempting to bribe police officers with R$ 10,000 during a drug-related stop.

A deputy director of mines in Odisha was arrested for accepting a bribe of 30,000 rupees, leading to a raid where approximately 4 crores in cash was discovered.

An Odisha vigilance officer was caught red-handed taking a bribe and was found with over 4 crores in cash, marking one of the largest cash recoveries in the state's history.

The National Assembly approved an arrest request for independent lawmaker Gang Sun-woo, who is accused of receiving a 100 million won bribe for a political nomination.

Geun Jin Beopsa was sentenced to six years in prison concerning bribery allegations linked to the Unification Church.

The article critiques Prime Minister Mark Carney's 'Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit' as a manipulative tactic to garner voter support ahead of potential elections.

A teacher in Gorakhpur committed suicide after alleging that a clerk demanded a bribe for releasing his salary, as detailed in a suicide note and video he left behind.

In Karnataka, a BJP MLA was arrested during a sting operation for allegedly accepting a bribe.

The article discusses the Polish president's veto of a law regarding the National Council of the Judiciary, suggesting that it reflects the ruling party's intention to maintain control over judicial independence.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Hyderabad has arrested two state government officials for accepting a bribe of 70,000 rupees from a complainant.

Former Hanno City Mayor Katsuyoshi Okubo has been arrested on suspicion of accepting a 5 million yen bribe related to land development permits.

In Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, villagers confronted a police sub-inspector over a land dispute, accusing him of corruption while he attempted to investigate a complaint.

An SL official is suspected of receiving over eight million kronor in bribes, alongside several others implicated in a broader corruption case.

The inquiry into Winnipeg's police headquarters redevelopment is examining the involvement of former city official Phil Sheegl, who allegedly accepted a bribe related to the project.

Three individuals have been charged in Poland for bribery connected to a presidential pardon, with one of the accused being an acquaintance of former President Andrzej Duda.

A man in Lithuania offered a bribe to police after being caught driving under the influence with a blood alcohol content of 0.86.

A drunk driver in Lithuania tried to bribe police officers after being stopped for violating traffic rules, resulting in both administrative and criminal liabilities.