ARMAGEDDON for the corrupt. Shadows of Big Money by Olena Duma is a powerful and timely exploration of Ukraine's modern battle against corruption, illicit wealth, and transnational financial crime. Written by the head of ARMA - the Asset Recovery and Management Agency of Ukraine - the book offers a rare inside look at how a state under attack builds transparent institutions, integrates with global anti-corruption networks, and develops mechanisms to trace and return assets stolen by criminal groups, oligarchic structures, and foreign aggressors.Duma places the reader directly at the intersection of war, national security, and high-stakes financial investigations. She documents ARMA's rapid transformation, its international partnerships, and the unprecedented challenges faced during wartime - from tracking offshore wealth to unmasking complex ownership schemes used to hide billions abroad.The book features reflections and assessments from prominent global and Ukrainian leaders - including Metropolitan Epiphaniy, intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov, and European ministers - who highlight ARMA's strategic importance for Ukraine's resilience, economic sovereignty, and future EU integration.Rich with real-world cases, institutional analysis, and personal insights, ARMAGEDDON for the corrupt stands as an essential narrative about justice, transparency, and the global pursuit of accountability.AnnotationIn this compelling nonfiction work, Olena Duma reveals how Ukraine's ARMA became a key player in the global fight against corruption and shadow capital.The book sheds light on:international cooperation in asset tracing;the recovery of illegally exported wealth;the role of financial transparency during war;the connection between economic justice and national security;ARMA's integration into European and global anti-corruption platforms.Combining expert analysis with testimonials from international leaders, the book offers a unique perspective on how modern states defend themselves not only on the battlefield but also in the financial arena.
