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Soldiers Arrested in Alleged Ternopil Abduction Scandal

10/17/2025

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On October 15, 2025, arrests of soldiers from the 3rd Assault Brigade occurred in Ternopil amid alleged abductions during mobilization.
Local activists reported the arrests, prompting investigations into the soldiers' actions.
A subsequent report described torture inflicted by soldiers under the guise of mobilization, including physical abuse and illegal detention.
Seven suspects face charges, including torture and robbery, while the brigade denies systemic wrongdoing and investigators seek to clarify circumstances.

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Story summary

On October 15, 2025, arrests of soldiers from the 3rd Assault Brigade occurred in Ternopil amid alleged abductions during mobilization.
Local activists reported the arrests, prompting investigations into the soldiers' actions.
A subsequent report described torture inflicted by soldiers under the guise of mobilization, including physical abuse and illegal detention.
Seven suspects face charges, including torture and robbery, while the brigade denies systemic wrongdoing and investigators seek to clarify circumstances.