Ukraine War Crimes Investigation 2022-12-07
2022-12-07
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The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has raised concerns about alleged war crimes committed by Russian forces. The UK government is under pressure to support the investigation of these potential violations.
I am concerned about the steps needed to support the investigation of potential war crimes in Ukraine. What specific measures have been taken, and how is the international community responding?
The Government supports Ukraine as it defends against Russia's invasion. We are working closely with the Ukrainian prosecutor general, Andriy Kostin, and providing financial support for the International Criminal Court. The UK is part of the G7 Justice Ministers meeting in Berlin to address these issues.
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The question builds on the initial inquiry about supporting investigations into potential war crimes, focusing on the international community's role and coordination.
I join others in welcoming my right hon. Friend to her post. What is your assessment of how the international community is responding to alleged war crimes committed in Ukraine?
The international community is determined to support Ukraine. I attended a G7 Justice Ministers meeting in Berlin focusing on this issue. Addressing these issues requires careful international cooperation and time due to differing perspectives among states.
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The concern is that public shaming through maximum publicity can serve as a deterrent to committing war crimes. The question challenges the Attorney General on this approach.
It is crucial that those who commit war crimes are brought to justice. Does the Attorney General agree it is important to give maximum publicity, perhaps via social media, to shame those who have committed these crimes?
The hon. Gentleman makes an important point in real-time prosecutions by Ukraine, which may deter future crimes given 13 Russian soldiers have already been convicted and imprisoned.
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No clear agreement on publicity or social media use
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