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Ukraine: Investigators find Russia committed war crimes by targeting civilians
Reported by UN News Peace and Security
Human rights investigators said Russian authorities committed war crimes and crimes against humanity in Ukraine, citing attacks on civilians and vital energy infrastructure.
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- Affected location: Ukraine
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The findings identify violations of international law during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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- 4/10
- Global importance
- 6/10
- Impact magnitude
- 5/10
- Urgency
- 2/10
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