The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Russia violated international law in Ukraine, the first such accountability since the invasion began in 2022. The court considered four cases, presented by Ukraine and the Netherlands, alleging multiple human rights violations, including the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and the abduction of Ukrainian children. Although the court’s decision is largely symbolic due to Russia's expulsion in 2022, it represents a significant step for the families pursuing justice for the MH17 disaster, where all 298 onboard were killed.
The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg ruled that Russia violated international law in Ukraine, marking Moscow's first accountability for human rights abuses since 2022.
Judges ruled on four cases from Ukraine and the Netherlands alleging various human rights violations, including the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and the kidnapping of Ukrainian children.
The complaints were presented to the court after Russia was expelled following its invasion of Ukraine, making any ruling largely symbolic despite its significance.
Families of the MH17 victims view the ruling as a pivotal moment in their ongoing fight for justice for the tragedy that occurred in July 2014.
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