**Ukrainian Prosecutors Investigate Execution of POWs**
The Prosecutor General’s Office in Ukraine is investigating a case where Russian troops allegedly executed six Ukrainian captives in the Donetsk Oblast. The investigation follows a video that has been circulating on social media, which appears to show the execution of the prisoners of war (POW).
According to preliminary information, the six Ukrainian soldiers were taken captive by Russian forces during an assault against Ukrainian positions in Donetsk Oblast. They were then shot, violating the Geneva Conventions and international law.
**War Crimes Investigation**
Ukraine’s Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets has reached out to the U.N. and the International Committee of the Red Cross regarding the case. This is not the first time Ukraine has documented widespread violations of the Geneva Conventions by Russian forces, including the execution of over 100 POWs in 2024.
Reports of torture, murder, and abuse of Ukrainian captives have surged in recent months, particularly in Donetsk Oblast. Visual evidence of these atrocities continues to emerge, highlighting Russia’s disregard for international law.
**Russia’s Disregard for International Law**
This incident is just one example of the many war crimes committed by Russian forces during the full-scale war in Ukraine. The execution of POWs is a serious violation of human rights and international law.
**International Response**
The U.N., the International Committee of the Red Cross, and other international organizations have been informed about this case. It remains to be seen how the international community will respond to this grave human rights abuse.
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