The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has found Russia guilty of committing multiple human rights violations in Ukraine’s occupied Crimea peninsula.
In the case brought against Russia, Ukraine alleges that since the annexation of Crimea in 2014, Russia has committed human rights violations including inhuman or degrading treatment, the prohibition of freedom of religion, and freedom of expression among other rights.
According to the court, evidence collected from witness testimony and reports from nongovernmental organizations proves Russia to be guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt”.
The ECHR ordered Russia “to take measures as soon as possible for the safe return of relevant prisoners transferred from Crimea to penal facilities located on the territory of the Russian Federation”.
Ukraine has also alleged that Russia has persecuted Ukrainians for their political stance or pro-Kyiv activity.
Russia has denied accusations that it oppressed political opponents or violated human rights in Crimea.
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