Russia is implementing forced conscription of Ukrainian nationals in occupied territories, constituting a violation of international law and potentially qualifying as a war crime. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned this act, highlighting its contravention of the Geneva Convention, which prohibits the occupying power from coercing citizens into military service. The Ukrainian government has called for increased diplomatic sanctions against Russia and urged international organizations to act against these violations. A recent decree by President Putin mandates Ukrainians in occupied regions to either regularize their status or face expulsion, further enforcing Russian control over these areas.
Russia's 'conscription' in the occupied territories grossly violates international law, particularly the Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War...
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