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Ukraine Establishes Tribunal to Prosecute Russian Aggression

6/27/2025

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Ukraine and the Council of Europe have forged a pivotal agreement to create a Special Tribunal targeting the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, with the intent to hold Russian leaders, including President Putin, accountable. This groundbreaking tribunal seeks to fill critical voids in international law, even as Russia vehemently opposes it, warning of repercussions for nations involved.

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Story summary

Ukraine and the Council of Europe have forged a pivotal agreement to create a Special Tribunal targeting the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, with the intent to hold Russian leaders, including President Putin, accountable. This groundbreaking tribunal seeks to fill critical voids in international law, even as Russia vehemently opposes it, warning of repercussions for nations involved.