A new report released by the Conflict Observatory has revealed the extent of Russia's efforts to relocate, re-educate, and sometimes militarily train or forcibly adopt out Ukrainian children. The report documents around 6,000 Ukrainian children being taken from their homes and states that these actions constitute war crimes and could provide evidence of genocide. It calls for an immediate investigation into the camps and for the children to be returned to their families, and for the international community to take action to ensure the children are protected and the perpetrators held accountable.
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Rescue Teams Continue Search for Survivors in Rubble of Devastating Earthquakes in Gaziantep, Turkey
Rescue Teams Continue Search for Survivors in Rubble of Devastating Earthquakes in Gaziantep, Turkey
Rescue teams in Gaziantep, Turkey are still searching for survivors six days after two devastating earthquakes struck the city, with the death toll expected to rise. Justice officials have targeted those allegedly involved in illegal construction methods, while rescuers have already pulled out a pregnant woman and two small children from the rubble. The city is currently hosting around 3.6 million Syrians and 320,000 people from other countries, with citizens hoping for the best as the search continues.
Two former fighters of the Russian private military company Wagner have spoken to CNN about their experiences on the battlefield in eastern Ukraine, where they described horrific losses in “first wave” assaults reminiscent of World War I. Ukrainian forces have responded to the shelling with counterattacks, and have managed to down five drones and capture two former Wagner fighters. Despite the shelling, officials in Kyiv said that Moscow is having trouble launching its large-scale offensive in the east of the country.
Key takeaways: Residents of Bakhmut are bracing for a major offensive from Russian forces. The city has become a symbol of national resistance, with locals…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise visit to the UK to urge allies to send his country jets, presenting the speaker of the House of Commons with a Ukrainian air force helmet inscribed with the message, “We have freedom.” His plea for more heavy weaponry, including fighter jets, was a reminder of the importance of freedom and was well-received by the British lawmakers. His visit is sure to have a lasting impact on the relationship between the two countries.
An international team of investigators has found "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of heavy anti-aircraft weapons to Ukrainian separatists who shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. The Joint Investigation Team has collected a large amount of evidence, including witness statements, intercepted phone calls, satellite images and videos, and identified the exact location from which the missile was launched. However, the team has insufficient evidence to prosecute Putin or any other suspects and has suspended their 8½-year inquiry into the shooting down that killed all 298 people on board.
An international team of investigators have released a statement claiming that there are "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of heavy anti-aircraft weapons to Ukrainian separatists who shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. The Joint Investigation Team noted that although there are strong indications that Putin was involved in the decision, the "high bar of full and conclusive evidence is not met." The team is composed of representatives from the Netherlands, Australia, Belgium, Malaysia, and Ukraine and is expected to release its final report in the coming months.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has traveled to the U.K. in a bid for more advanced weapons to help in Kyiv's fight against the Russian forces. Upon his arrival, he was invited to sit in an armchair used by Winston Churchill, remarking that he felt the "feeling of how bravery takes you through the most unimaginable hardships to finally reward you with victory". He is now holding talks with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Downing Street, with the outcome of the talks yet to be seen.