War crimes
Ukraine: The Decisive Battle for Kherson
As forces approach the regional centre, they describe growing evidence of Russian atrocities.
Ukraine: Investigating War Damages
As huge efforts to collect evidence continues, attention is turning to the targeting of civilian infrastructure.
Tuesday, 25 October ‘22
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Three Russian Soldiers Charged with War Crimes
Trial proceedings to investigate how residents of village were brutalised and held as human shields.
Ukraine Issues First Verdict in Absentia Against Russian Soldier
A court in Kyiv sentenced a lieutenant to nine years in prison for war crimes committed in the Kyiv region.
Tuesday, 18 October ‘22
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Resistance and Destruction in Mykolaiv Region
The Ukrainian counter-offensive has regained swathes of territory, but towns are devastated following savage bombardment.
Can Russia’s UN Veto be Removed?
Ukraine is exploring creative ways to deprive Russia of its power within the security council.
Ukraine’s Legislative Challenge
International standards, principles and provisions need to be incorporated - and fast - for effective war crimes prosecutions.