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Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine
14 May 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
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At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the UK's position regarding the establishment of The Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
Action Requested
The Foreign Secretary is attending a Council of Europe meeting to adopt the resolution establishing the operating model for the Special Tribunal. The UK will consider forms of cooperation with the Tribunal, potentially requiring primary legislation and further negotiations on budgetary parameters and financial safeguards.
Key Facts
- The Special Tribunal will investigate, prosecute, and try political and military leaders responsible for Russian aggression against Ukraine.
- Negotiations at the Council of Europe have resulted in agreement on the text of the Enlarged Partial Agreement (EPA).
- Adoption of the EPA is expected to take place during the Foreign Ministers Meeting in Chisinau beginning today.
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