Ukraine’s Prosecutor General has launched a criminal investigation after a video emerged showing Russian soldiers executing six unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war. The incident allegedly occurred during an assault in the Donetsk region, where Russian troops captured and killed six Ukrainian servicemen.
The video, which has been circulating on social media, appears to show the men being shot just outside a dugout after being taken prisoner. One of the Russian soldiers is heard saying “One is mine,” suggesting they were responsible for the killings.
Ukrainian officials have confirmed that the executions are a serious violation of international law and a grave crime under the Geneva Convention. The Prosecutor General’s office has begun investigating to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those involved.
The allegations come as President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues, with Russian forces making small gains in the Donbas region. Ukraine’s Ombudsman has filed a war crimes claim with the United Nations and International Committee of the Red Cross over the incident.
This investigation is part of ongoing efforts to hold Russia accountable for its actions during the conflict. The international community remains concerned about the lack of accountability for such incidents, and many Ukrainians are calling for justice and guarantees for their country’s security.
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