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Presentation of the ‘Needs Assessment of the Ukraine’s Justice System’ report
The presentation took place on September 19 in Kyiv and included a series of panel discussions involving representatives of the investigative, prosecutorial bodies as well as judiciary, international and national experts, civil society, missions and embassies.
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Enforced Disappearances: National Practice v. International Standards
This analytical report examines Ukraine’s response to enforced disappearances in the context of armed conflict. The authors compare national legislation and practices with international standards, highlighting significant gaps in the protection of victims. The report offers recommendations for improving legal safeguards and ensuring accountability for these crimes.
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Statement by the Ukraine 5AM Coalition on the Russian Federation’s missile attack on medical facilities and civilian infrastructure in Ukraine
Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukrainian cities, striking civilian infrastructure, including the Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital, killing at least 33 people and injuring 140, prompting urgent calls for enhanced air defence, tougher sanctions, and stronger international accountability
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Human rights activists: International Criminal Court should be more transparent | ZMINA
Human rights organizations from around the world have recommended that the International Criminal Court should be more open about its work. In particular, to provide more detailed annual and interim reports not only on situations where investigations are ongoing, but also on preliminary reviews and monitoring of closed cases. Human rights organizations from around the […]
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“The first trial against the russian soldier” as an indicator of the state justice system of Ukraine | ZMINA
The Office of the Prosecutor General (OPG) is constantly updating the statistics of documented violations, as well as bringing charges to the Russian military and government authorities in absentia. However, it is the cases of detained prisoners of war (POW) that have the best prospects in the context of bringing the perpetrators to justice at […]
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Almost there: What Ukraine Needs to Do to Meaningfully Complete the Rome Statute Ratification Process
For the full ratification of the Rome Statute, Ukraine must adopt an implementation law, officially submit the ratification instruments to the UN, counter myths about the ICC, and refrain from applying Article 124 to ensure justice and protect victims.
