The Commission’s report noted that violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in many cases amount to war crimes.
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry into Ukraine, led by the UN, failed to collect evidence of the genocide of Ukrainians after the massive invasion of the Russian Federation. This was said by the head of the commission, Eric Mese, The Guardian reports.
“We have not seen any genocide on the territory of Ukraine,” he said.
According to Mese, the group is collecting evidence and there are “some aspects that could raise questions” about a possible genocide.
At the same time, the report of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry into Violations in Ukraine states that the Russian authorities have committed a wide range of violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law in various other regions of Ukraine, many of which are of equal value. on war crimes.
It noted that war crimes include attacks on civilians and energy infrastructure, deliberate killings, false imprisonment, torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence, as well as the illegal transfer and deportation of children.
The report also states that the waves of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure since October 10, 2022 can be equated to crimes against humanity.
The Commission recommends that all violations and crimes be investigated and those responsible brought to justice, both nationally and internationally. He calls for a comprehensive approach to accountability that includes both criminal liability and the victims’ right to reparations.
As noted in the Commission’s report, systematic cases of torture by the Russians may amount to crimes against humanity, and delaying the repatriation of civilians may amount to a war crime.
It was noted that for the preparation of the report, the Commission visited 56 communities and interviewed 348 women and 247 men. The Commission’s investigators inspected the sites of destruction, graves, places of detention and torture, as well as the remains of weapons, after reading a large number of documents and reports.
Recall that the resolution adopted by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) on January 26 states that the official rhetoric of the ruling Russian regime, which is used to justify an all-out invasion and aggression against Ukraine, is there are public signs. incitement to genocide. This may indicate a genocidal intent to destroy an entire Ukrainian national group or part of it.
As reported, a resolution on the genocide in Ukraine has been submitted to the US Senate.
news Correspondent.net on Telegram. Subscribe to our channel Athletistic
Source: korrespondent
I am David Wyatt, a professional writer and journalist for Buna Times. I specialize in the world section of news coverage, where I bring to light stories and issues that affect us globally. As a graduate of Journalism, I have always had the passion to spread knowledge through writing.