A group of independent United Nations inspectors, in their latest report, accused Russia of committing torture and sexual violence against Ukrainian citizens and prisoners of war in the occupied regions of Ukraine and within Russia. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine presented this information in its most recent updated report submitted to the UN Human Rights Council on Monday, September 24. Eric Mousse, the head of this commission, stated during the presentation of the report to the council that new evidence shows that sexual violence is used as a tool for torture 'primarily against male victims who are in detention.' According to him, 'the geographical extent of the locations where torture has been applied and the prevalence of common patterns indicate that torture has been used as a common and acceptable practice by Russian officials, with a sense of impunity.' The head of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine added that the new findings reaffirm previous reports that the torture carried out by Russian officials has been 'widespread and systematic.' Furthermore, the UN announced the establishment of this commission in April 2022, stating that Eric Mousse from Norway leads it, consisting of three human rights experts, to investigate potential war crimes committed by Russia. On July 26 of this year, the International Criminal Court also issued arrest warrants for former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Army Valery Gerasimov on charges of committing war crimes during the invasion of Ukraine. Kyiv is investigating the 'execution of a Ukrainian soldier' with a 'sword.' The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for two senior Russian military officials. The Attorney General of Ukraine stated that signs of genocide are evident in Russia's crimes. The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for two Russian commanders. The UN criticized Russia for failing to protect Ukrainian civilians.
UN Inspectors Accuse Russia of 'Systematic Torture' of Ukrainians
UN inspectors have accused Russia of systematic torture and sexual violence against Ukrainians, particularly male detainees, in occupied areas and within Russia. This report adds to ongoing international scrutiny of Russia's actions in Ukraine, highlighting the severity of alleged war crimes. The findings are significant as they may influence international legal actions against Russian officials.
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📰 What Happened
UN inspectors accuse Russia of systematic torture against Ukrainians in occupied regions.
- Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine accuse Russia
- United Nations establish Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine
- International Criminal Court issue Sergei Shoigu, Valery Gerasimov
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The systematic torture accusations against Russia highlight severe human rights violations in the Ukraine conflict.
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