Polish Sejm condemns Russia’s abduction of Ukrainian children in new resolution
The resolution calls for the return of these children and hold Russia accountable for violating human rights laws.
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Ukraine’s collaborationism laws clash with international standards, experts warn
Ukraine prosecutes individuals performing essential functions under occupation, such as housing, utilities, and medical work.
Defense Ministry: Women increasingly enlisting in Ukrainian forces
Oleksiy Bezhevets disclosed that women make up 17-20% of all inquiries at recruitment centers, showcasing the expanding participation of women in Ukraine's defense efforts.
Ukraine proves decade-long pattern of Russian human rights abuses in occupied Crimea
The European Court of Human Rights validated Ukraine's assertions of systematic human rights violations committed by Russia against Ukrainian citizens in Crimea, effectively dismissing Russia's narrative of Crimea's "voluntary" accession, as the court acknowledged evidence of forced citizenship changes, unlawful detentions, and the illegal imposition of Russian legislation.
FT: Ukrainian children deported to Russia listed on adoption websites with false identities
In March last year, the International Criminal Court issued warrants for the arrest of Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Children’s Commissioner Maria Lvova-Belova on war crimes charges related to the abduction of Ukrainian children.
Mykolaiv launches innovative website to track international aid
The move aims to enhance transparency and public accountability, revealed Mayor Oleksandr Senkevych.
Ukrainian ombudsman urges Moscow to prosecute military for war crimes after execution threats to Ukrainian POWs
Dmytro Lubinets has formally urged Russian Ombudsman Moskalkova to demand that Russian law enforcement open a criminal case against their soldiers who tortured Ukrainian POWs in the Kharkiv region.
Law enforcement finds literature justifying Moscow war in Russian churches across Ukraine
The Russian Orthodox Church has been accussedof helping the Kremlin to advance its political interests and infiltrate other countries.
Newborns held hostage: Luhansk occupation authorities force citizens to obtain Russian in exchange for their children
This tactic aims to enforce compliance with Russian rule by leveraging the most vulnerable, prompting calls from the National Resistance Center for international condemnation and intervention.
Biden missing Peace Summit in Switzerland would be “applauded” by Putin, says Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian leader also highlighted that Kyiv is expecting an official response regarding participation in the summit from China.
Calls for Ukraine to stop defending itself are immoral, Nobel laureate Matviichuk says
The world order, based on the UN Charter and international law, is collapsing before our eyes, Ukrainian human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviychuk says.
Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna, missing since 2023, found in Russian captivity
The conditions of detention for Ukrainian women like Roshchyna are reportedly inhumane, with released captives describing severe maltreatment.
Ukrainian ombudsman raises alarm over torture of Crimean activist, urges immediate release
Ukrainian Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets has unveiled shocking revelations of torture inflicted upon a Crimean activist in Russian detention.
Ukraine temporarily deviates from human rights convention amid war with Russia
Meanwhile, Council of Europe Secretary General Marija Pejčinović Burić condemned Russian war crimes, denouncing deliberate attacks on Ukrainian facilities and civilians.
Ukrainian Maria Sulyalina receives human rights award in Sweden for documenting war crimes against children in occupied territories
The award granted by the international non-governmental organization Civil Rights Defenders recognizes Sulialina's efforts to advocate for those affected by Russia’s war in Ukraine, specifically children living in occupied territories.
UN identifies 85 cases of sexual violence committed by Russian troops in Ukraine in 2023
The UN report reveals that sexual violence was often used as a method of torture against Ukrainian men held captive by Russian armed forces and law enforcement authorities.
Relatives of Olenivka terror attack victims name three demands to international community
The return of all wounded defenders from the Olenivka attack, proper honoring of the killed heroes, and an international investigation into the terror attack remain unresolved issues.
Prosecutors accuse Russian soldiers of involvement in Lithuanian director killing
Lithuanian Prosecutor General's Office has accused three Russian soldiers of involvement in the murder of Lithuanian director Mantas…
Media: Crimean athlete faces life sentence after accusations of state treason by Russian occupation authorities
Russian authorities have intensified charges against Kyrylo Barannikov, a Crimean resident and a master of sports in orienteering.…
Ukraine returns four abducted children from Russian captivity
So far, Ukraine has returned over 500 children illegally deported to Russia, amid official estimates of 20,000 minors being forcibly taken in total.