OMV Wins €230 Million in Dispute with Gazprom
Since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Austria, along with other EU countries, has been moving away from Russian energy.
Man Convicted After Singing Neo-Nazi Song in Bad Ischl
This trial is thought to be the first of its kind in Austria, after the song was altered with racist lyrics and circulated within far-right groups.
Sharp Rise in ‘Possession Disturbance’ Cases in Vienna
The cases often involve vehicles parked in empty spaces or abandoned supermarket car parks, leading to claims of hundreds of euros.
FPÖ Files Complaint Over Hitler Comparison Video
The FPÖ argues that the comparison is “unfounded” and that the video, produced by the platform Demokratie Österreich, trivialises Nazism.
Driver Jailed for Reckless 170 km/h Chase Through Vienna
The 23-year-old man has been sentenced to two years for fleeing a checkpoint, running red lights and driving at pedestrians and a police car.
Ex-Intelligence Officer Charged with Abuse of Office
Egisto Ott stands accused of abuse of office and faces up to three years in prison for allegedly trading sensitive information.
Woman Jailed for €300,000 Dating Scam
The accused used fabricated stories to persuade the man to give her money and also accessed his and his wife’s bank accounts.
Court Rejects Signa’s Restructuring Plan in Historic Collapse
The Vienna Higher Regional Court has upheld an appeal by the Republic of Austria, rejecting the restructuring plan of the collapsed developer Signa in Austria’s largest-ever bankruptcy.
Entrepreneur Sentenced Over Repair Scheme Fraud
The Viennese entrepreneur is accused of having obtained over €160,000 through fraudulent invoices, despite no repairs being done.
