EU ministers have backed a special tribunal to investigate Russian crimes in Bucha
The foreign ministers of the European Union have expressed their support for the establishment of a special tribunal to investigate Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine.
The participants in the meeting emphasized that Russia must bear full responsibility for the crimes committed. At the same time, it is noted that Hungary did not join this initiative.
This is stated in their joint statement following an informal meeting in Kyiv and Bucha.
Representatives of the EU and Ukraine paid tribute to the victims of mass killings, torture, sexual violence, forced deportations, and other violations of international humanitarian law committed by Russian troops, particularly during the occupation of the Kyiv region.
They also support the establishment of a special tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine, as well as an International Compensation Commission for Ukraine.
In particular, the statement emphasizes the need for the International Criminal Court to investigate war crimes, as accountability for them is "an essential condition for a just and lasting peace."
"In the fifth year of Russia’s war of aggression, we reaffirm our unwavering and steadfast support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity," the statement reads.
On March 31, EU parliamentary speakers and foreign ministers arrived in Ukraine for the Bucha Summit. They also visited Bucha on the anniversary of the city’s liberation from Russian occupation.
Recall that Callas and Wadephul noted in Bucha that Russia’s crimes must not go unpunished.
Recall that Kallas and EU ministers visited Bucha, stating, “Europe’s security is being decided here.”
A double terrorist attack occurred near a residential building in Bucha this morning; police officers were injured.
The EU Council adopted a decision to impose sanctions against nine individuals involved in crimes against the civilian population in Bucha during the Russian occupation in 2022.
Police have identified 98% of those killed in Bucha and established the names of 2,500 occupiers.
