As Ukraine continues to fight off Russian forces, the first war crimes trial of a Russian soldier began in Kyiv.
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Sgt. Vadim Shyshimarin, 21, allegedly shot a 62-year-old man in the head in the northeastern village of Chupakhivka in the war's first week. The member of the Russian tank unit faces up to life in prison under Ukrainian law.
Lawyers and judges briefly discussed procedural matters Friday. Defense attorney Victor Ovsyanikov said the court would be deciding on what evidence to allow in trial, but added that the case against the Russian soldier is strong.
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Stay strong, Ukraine! 🇺🇦 🌻 🇺🇦
Glory to Ukraine, Stay strong Ukraine!
Yes it’s obvious .. Ukraine will be in ashes when Russia loses the war.. such a pity .. where is love ,peace n humanity
Power and love to Ukraine!
Am with you dear
No it’s not. You don’t see China and India are worrying about Russia and that’s 40% of world’s population. You don’t see any Muslim country other than Turkey worry about Russia and that’s another 1 billion people. You don’t see any country from Africa or South America worrying about Russia. So it’s all about Western world which is 30 out of 200 countries.
The U.S. House of Representatives approved more than $40 billion more aid for Ukraine on Tuesday, as Congress races to keep military aid.
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War crimes are bad.