Civil society leaders from Ukraine and Russia are urging the unconditional release of Ukrainian civilians held captive by Russia, highlighting the human aspect as essential to peace discussions. Oleksandra Matviichuk of the Centre for Civil Liberties emphasized this point, criticizing a focus on territorial disputes instead. The recent case of Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna, who reportedly died under torture in custody, underscores the ongoing human rights violations. Amidst rising concerns, the European Commission and OSCE representatives condemned Russia's actions, marking a demand not just for territory, but for human dignity in negotiations.
Only with solving the human dimension can we find a path to sustainable peace.
A preliminary autopsy suggests she was tortured before she died, and her brain and other body parts were removed in order to conceal the cause of death.
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