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Russia's Forced Transfer of 19,000 Ukrainian Children Condemned

11/6/2025

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Russia has forcibly transferred more than 19,000 Ukrainian children since its invasion, violating international humanitarian law.
The Kremlin says the children were evacuated for safety, but evidence indicates they are being subjected to 'Russification' and military training.
Thirty-eight countries, including the European Union (EU), condemned Russia and called for the immediate return of abducted children, while Ukraine's Bring Kids Back UA initiative continues to rescue children from occupied territories.

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Russia has forcibly transferred more than 19,000 Ukrainian children since its invasion, violating international humanitarian law.
The Kremlin says the children were evacuated for safety, but evidence indicates they are being subjected to 'Russification' and military training.
Thirty-eight countries, including the European Union (EU), condemned Russia and called for the immediate return of abducted children, while Ukraine's Bring Kids Back UA initiative continues to rescue children from occupied territories.