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world4 months ago•3 min saved

EU sanctions 16 officials over Ukraine child abductions as Kyiv endures drone attack after ceasefire

The EU sanctioned 16 officials and seven centres accused of abducting and indoctrinating Ukrainian children, part of a broader package affecting more than 130 people and entities; Kyiv faced a drone attack after a three‑day ceasefire expired, with Zelenskyy saying Russia has no intention of ending the war. The report also notes a corruption probe into Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff, EU warnings that war dynamics are shifting in Kyiv’s favour, and Russia’s lowered growth outlook amid ongoing tensions.

via The Guardian|

#ceasefire #child-abductions #drones

world4 months ago•14 min saved

EU imposes sanctions on Russian officials over Ukrainian child abductions

The European Union announced sanctions targeting Russian officials and centers linked to the abduction of thousands of Ukrainian children, intensifying pressure on Moscow amid Russia's war in Ukraine.

via AP News|

#child-abductions #eu-sanctions #human-rights

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

UN Condemns Russia's Failure to Protect Ukraine Civilians and Child Abductions

Ukraine applauds the United Nations General Assembly's updated resolution condemning Russia's human rights violations, particularly the forced relocation of children during the invasion. The resolution calls for an end to forced deportations and the safe return of all abducted Ukrainian children and civilian hostages. While some progress has been made with the repatriation of 387 abducted children, thousands of Ukrainian families are still waiting for news about their loved ones, and over 500 abducted children have been confirmed dead. Ukraine continues to seek justice for these heinous crimes.

via Kyiv Post|

#child-abductions #human-rights-violations #international-relations

crime3 years ago•0 min saved

Suspect arrested for abductions and sexual assaults in South Memphis.

Memphis Police, FBI, and Shelby County Sheriff's Office have arrested a suspect in connection with a string of rapes and abductions involving children in South Memphis. The suspect was identified by two juvenile victims and the police are urging anyone who has been approached by a man offering a ride in the Gaslight, Bunker Hill, and Cane Creek areas to come forward. The police will work closely with the Shelby County District Attorney's Office to ensure successful prosecution in the case.

via WREG NewsChannel 3|

#arrest #child-abductions #crime

international-relations3 years ago•7 min saved

UN Standoff Over Russian War Crimes Against Ukrainian Children

Russia used its position as president of the UN Security Council to spread disinformation and propaganda about child abductions in Ukraine, according to the US and UK. The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin and Maria Lvova-Belova, Moscow’s commissioner for children’s rights, for the “war crime” of “unlawful deportation and transfer” of children to Russia from regions in Ukraine occupied by its troops. Russia has scheduled several other council sessions on Ukraine, including one on April 24 that will be chaired by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

via The Washington Post|

#child-abductions #disinformation #international-relations