On November 6, 2026, a hearing regarding SBU General Serhiy Duk is ongoing at the High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine. During the session, Duk's defense requested the recusal of prosecutor Karas, but the judge denied this motion.
Request for Closed Hearing
The prosecutor from the SAP stated that he sees no grounds for holding a closed court session. However, Duk's lawyer insisted on a closed hearing, arguing that a public session could endanger his client's health. The lawyer also mentioned that Duk's residential address became known through publications by NABU and the media, which could pose a threat to his safety.
Situation with the Hearing Broadcast
The broadcast of the court session, which was taking place in a neighboring room, was turned off as part of the hearing was decided to be held in closed mode. Journalists attempting to enter the courtroom were not allowed due to a lack of space. Meanwhile, the broadcast on YouTube is also not functioning.
Family Connections and Risks
Duk's lawyer emphasized that his client's relatives hold Russian passports, have bank accounts in Russia, and conduct business according to the legislation of the aggressor country. These facts raise additional security risks for the general, which served as another argument for closing the hearing.