Council of Europe ministers discuss Russia war crimes, accountability

Council of Europe ministers discuss Russia war crimes, accountability

Published September 11,2023


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Council of Europe justice ministers and representatives mentioned methods to carry Russia accountable for warfare crimes in Ukraine at a convention in Riga on Monday.

They additionally addressed compensation for harm brought on by the Russian invasion, the return of Ukrainian kids kidnapped by Russia and the institution of a particular tribunal throughout their casual assembly.

The ministers had been joined by Ukrainian Justice Minister Denys Maliuska and Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin.

“We are convinced that all allegations of crimes, including war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide committed by Russian forces in Ukraine, must be fully investigated and, where warranted, prosecuted on national and international levels in order that those responsible are held accountable for their actions,” stated a joint assertion adopted by simply over 40 international locations.

“Justice must be served for all victims.”

“A huge amount of war crimes were committed on the territory of Ukraine. Hundreds of thousands of people struggled and became victims of war crimes or other crimes committed by Russian forces on the territory of Ukraine,” Maliuska stated, calling for the “creation of a comprehensive mechanism in order to hold Russia accountable for its actions.”

The Council of Europe was based in 1949 to guard democracy, human rights and the rule of legislation in Europe. It is impartial of the European Union.

It additionally has many extra members than the EU, together with virtually all European states. Ukraine has been a member since 1995. Russia was excluded after launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Source: www.anews.com.tr