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U.N. documents more than 1,000 sexual violence cases during Russia’s full-scale war

About 1,004 cases of sexual violence against civilians and prisoners of war have been documented since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with sexual violence used as part of a shocking pattern of torture, intimidation and coercion, the U.N. Human Rights Office said in a report published on Sept. 18.

18 September, 03:44 PM

Ex-German soldier who fought in Ukraine extradited for rape charges

Ukraine has extradited a former German soldier who fought with the Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU) and is suspected of sexually assaulting women in both Germany and Ukraine. BBC News Ukraine reported the development on March 17, citing sources. The Office of the Prosecutor General later confirmed the information to Suspilne.

17 March 2025, 04:40 PM

Survivors of sexual violence urge UN to hold Russia accountable for war crimes

Ukrainians who experienced sexual violence during the war have written an open letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, urging the inclusion of Russia on the "list of shame," Media Center Ukraine reported on Dec. 11.

11 December 2024, 04:35 PM

Ukrainian parliament approves reparations for survivors of wartime sexual violence

The Verkhovna Rada passed legislation granting reparations to survivors of sexual violence linked to Russia's military aggression against Ukraine. The bill, №10132, was supported by 307 lawmakers on Nov. 20, according to MP Iryna Herashchenko.

20 November 2024, 04:51 PM

Gynecologist Lelyukh speaks on helping women who survived sexual violence in occupied areas

Natalia Lelyukh, a doctor and volunteer providing medical assistance in liberated areas of Ukraine, spoke with NV about sexual violence by the Russian military and her work with the victims.

13 October 2024, 01:44 PM

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