Ukraine convicts ex-simulator designer over MiG-29 software transfer to Belarus

A Ukrainian court delivered a conviction against a previously employed military simulator designer due to accusations related to the unauthorized transfer of software pertaining to the KTS-21M simulator. This specific system is designed for training pilots operating the MiG-29 fighter aircraft. The prosecution centered around the alleged provision of this critical software to Belarusian entities, specifically referencing the transfer’s impact on defense capabilities. The trial concluded with a formal judgment determining guilt and assigning an appropriate penalty as defined by Ukrainian law. Legal proceedings were overseen by authorities in Kyiv, marking a significant development concerning security concerns within the region.