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Ukrainian Torture Victim Files Landmark Legal Complaint in Argentina

Apr 16, 2024, 11:14 AM

A Ukrainian man who alleges he was tortured by Russian occupying forces in mid to late 2022 has filed a legal complaint in Argentina, utilizing the country's strong laws on universal jurisdiction. This marks the first instance of a Ukrainian torture victim seeking justice in Argentine courts. The complaint is filed at a time when Kyiv's prosecutors are overwhelmed, highlighting a significant step in international legal efforts to address alleged war crimes.