Ukraine: The Challenges to Covering War Crimes Trials
Reporters often face obstacles accessing court and can struggle to source both training and support.
Reporters often face obstacles accessing court and can struggle to source both training and support.
Russian forces are accused of bombing significant sites including churches and museums.
Hearings to be held in private due to threats against defence lawyer and concerns over prisoner’s rights.
Investigators claimed Ukrainians were forced to pose as refugees seeking asylum to create pressure on EU.
Three Russian soldiers will be tried in absentia and behind closed doors.
If convicted, 26-year-old faces up to 12 years in prison for violating the laws and customs of war.
International search warrants could now be issued for suspected war criminals.
Although deemed to have criminal responsibility under Ukrainian law, are these minors actually victims of war crimes themselves?
Victims testify how man known as “the overseer” ordered their ill-treatment.