**UN Report Criticized for Equating Ukraine and Russia POW Treatment**
The United Nations (UN) has released a report criticizing Ukraine for mistreating Russian prisoners of war. However, Ukraine’s ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, has responded by saying that the UN is equating the violations committed by both sides.
**Report Details Human Rights Abuses in Ukraine**
According to the UN report, between September 1 and November 30, 2024, 574 civilians were killed in Ukraine. More than 3,000 people were injured during this time. The majority of incidents occurred in Ukrainian-controlled territories. The report also highlights an increase in cases of torture, executions without trial, and other crimes committed by Russian forces.
**Ukraine Accused of Torturing Russian POWs**
The UN report details instances of torture and ill-treatment of Russian prisoners of war by Ukrainian authorities. It confirms 62 Ukrainian POWs killed by Russian forces, with 15 deaths verified. The report also states that all Ukrainian prisoners released from Russian captivity reported torture and other crimes, such as sexual abuse.
**Ukraine’s Ombudsman Responds to Report**
Dmytro Lubinets has criticized the UN report for not accurately reflecting the situation in Ukraine. He points out that hundreds of Ukrainians return from Russian captivity with life-threatening injuries, including torture and deprivation of proper medical care. Investigations are underway into documented violations against Russian prisoners of war.
**Key Points**
* 574 civilians were killed in Ukraine between September 1 and November 30, 2024.
* More than 3,000 people were injured during this time.
* The majority of incidents occurred in Ukrainian-controlled territories.
* Ukraine’s ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, has criticized the UN report for equating violations by Russia and Ukraine.
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