UN Commission Finds Evidence of Russian War Crimes in Ukraine
A United Nations commission of inquiry on Ukraine has uncovered new evidence of war crimes committed by Russian forces, including indiscriminate attacks, rape, and the unlawful deportation of children. The commission’s report, submitted to the U.N. General Assembly, highlights attacks in cities such as Uman and Kherson, where civilian objects were targeted.
The commission’s findings refute Russia’s vehement denial of atrocities and civilian targeting in Ukraine. Cases of rape, involving the use of force or psychological coercion, were documented, with many incidents occurring after perpetrators broke into victims’ homes. The victims reported being raped at gunpoint and threatened with serious harm to themselves or their relatives.
Additionally, the commission discovered that 31 children were unlawfully deported from Ukraine to Russia in May, classifying it as a war crime. Moscow has consistently denied forcibly taking Ukrainian children, claiming that those moved were from orphanages or lacked parental care and were relocated to Russia for their own safety and to be placed with relatives.
Ukrainian authorities were also found to have committed human rights violations in three cases involving individuals accused of collaborating with Russian authorities.
Commission Uncovers Evidence of Russian War Crimes
A United Nations commission of inquiry on Ukraine has revealed new evidence of war crimes committed by Russian forces. The commission’s report, submitted to the U.N. General Assembly, exposes indiscriminate attacks, rape, and the unlawful deportation of children in areas under Russian control.
Rape and Indiscriminate Attacks: Commission’s Startling Findings
The commission’s report provides shocking details of rape committed by Russian forces in Ukraine. Victims reported being subjected to rape at gunpoint and facing threats of harm to themselves or their loved ones. The report also highlights indiscriminate attacks on civilian objects, resulting in numerous casualties.
Unlawful Deportation of Children: A Disturbing Revelation
The commission has documented the unlawful deportation of 31 children from Ukraine to Russia, categorizing it as a war crime. Moscow’s claims of moving children to ensure their safety and reunite them with relatives are contradicted by the commission’s findings.
Human Rights Violations: Ukrainian Authorities Under Scrutiny
While investigating Russian war crimes, the commission also uncovered cases of human rights violations by Ukrainian authorities. These violations occurred in situations where individuals were accused of collaborating with Russian authorities.
The Russian diplomatic mission in Geneva has yet to respond to the commission’s report.
It is crucial to address these war crimes and hold the responsible parties accountable for their actions. The international community must take swift and decisive action to protect the rights and well-being of the people affected by this conflict.
