Russian drones hunted Ukrainian civilians with cameras, then struck. UN now calls it a crime against humanity
Civilians hunted by coordinated drone attacks across 300km of the Ukrainian-held territory.
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Reuters: UN warns Russia of responsibility for sexual violence against prisoners of war
Russian forces subjected Ukrainian prisoners of war to electrocution of genitals and prolonged nudity across 72 detention facilities, prompting UN warnings of potential blacklisting
China secretly gave Russia cruise missile technology, US officials reveal at UN
Beijing is the "most important supplier to Russia's military industry," providing not only dual-use equipment but also cruise missile technology, a US representative told the UN Security Council.
UN diplomat: Russia’s war is global catastrophe, not regional conflict
Bob Rae says Moscow’s war fueled chaos far beyond Ukraine.
UN criticizes Russia’s proposal to exchange Ukrainian children for prisoners of war
Moscow acknowledges holding Ukrainian children while proposing to exchange them for Russian prisoners of war, prompting UN condemnation of using civilians as "bargaining chips" in violation of international humanitarian law.
US threatens to exit peace talks over war in Ukraine amid escalating Russian attacks
A top US diplomat told the UN Security Council that America's patience with Russia's approach to Ukraine peace talks is running thin after weekend missile attacks.
US at UN says burden for ending Russian invasion lies with both Moscow and Kyiv
"The harm would disproportionately fall on ordinary Ukrainian and Russian families, who overwhelmingly desire peace," the US envoy claimed.
Dozens of delegates leave UN hall during Russia’s speech
European diplomats demonstrated their continued support for Ukraine by exiting the UN Human Rights Council chamber during Russia's address on Wednesday.
Rubio sets goal for “next” talks: defining war exit conditions for Russia, Ukraine
Ukraine has not participated in any talks despite US-led peace efforts allegedly shaping its future, while Washington reportedly holds a second meeting with Russia today.
US prepares new military aid package for Ukraine
As concerns mount about future military aid, the US promises continued support for Ukraine at the UN Security Council.
UN lacks funds to assist Ukrainians through winter
UNHCR reports it has less than half the necessary funds to aid Ukrainians displaced by the ongoing war, as the country faces a harsh winter with damaged power infrastructure.
Russia kills on average two kids daily in Ukraine since 2022 – UNICEF
UN verified at least 1,993 child casualties in Ukraine since the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, admitting that the actual toll is probably much higher.
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.
Russia vetoes renewal of North Korea sanctions monitors amid accusations of weapons transfer
This decision occurs against the backdrop of heightened tensions and allegations that North Korea has been supplying weapons to Russia, which are being used in the ongoing war against Ukraine.
This winter, 32 Ukrainian POWs were executed by Russian forces, UN report reveals
Before being executed, one Ukrainian soldier was forced by the Russians to conduct demining work.
“Welcome to hell”: UN report exposes Russia’s systematic torture, killings, and crimes against humanity in Ukraine
"No creature alive deserves to be treated like Russians treat Ukrainians in their detention facilities," a Ukrainian POW told the UN commission
The Times: Ukraine says Russia operates black market of prisoners of war
Russian forces are operating a black market of prisoners of war, Ukrainian authorities have told The Times. According…
Putin may still extend grain deal, Erdogan says
Russia may still extend the Black Sea grain deal after Turkish-Russian talks, President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan,…
Putin agrees to extend Black Sea grain deal, Erdogan says
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal that would expire next week, the…
UN adds Russia’s armed forces to global list of offenders for war crimes – Reuters
The United Nations (UN) added Russia's armed forces to a global list of offenders for killing children in…