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Ukrainian Man's Hunger Strike Sparks Extradition Controversy

11/4/2025

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Ukrainian citizen Serhii Kuznetsov began a hunger strike in Italy on October 31, demanding respect for his rights, including adequate nutrition and humane detention.
He is held in a high-security prison awaiting a final decision on his extradition to Germany, after an Italian court ruled last month.
Kuznetsov denies involvement in the Nord Stream sabotage, and Ukraine denies any connection to the explosions.
The case has strained European energy supplies.

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Ukrainian citizen Serhii Kuznetsov began a hunger strike in Italy on October 31, demanding respect for his rights, including adequate nutrition and humane detention.
He is held in a high-security prison awaiting a final decision on his extradition to Germany, after an Italian court ruled last month.
Kuznetsov denies involvement in the Nord Stream sabotage, and Ukraine denies any connection to the explosions.
The case has strained European energy supplies.