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Ukrainian Soldier Shot While Surrendering, War Crime Probe Launched

12/6/2025

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On December 5, Ukrainian prosecutors reported a Russian soldier shot a Ukrainian servicemember who attempted to surrender in Sviato-Pokrovske, Donetsk.
Video evidence allegedly shows the servicemember raising hands before the shooting.
Ukraine says the incident reflects a pattern of Russians targeting surrendering troops to sow fear.
A pretrial investigation into this war crime has been launched, and officials seek to identify the responsible Russian servicemember.

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On December 5, Ukrainian prosecutors reported a Russian soldier shot a Ukrainian servicemember who attempted to surrender in Sviato-Pokrovske, Donetsk.
Video evidence allegedly shows the servicemember raising hands before the shooting.
Ukraine says the incident reflects a pattern of Russians targeting surrendering troops to sow fear.
A pretrial investigation into this war crime has been launched, and officials seek to identify the responsible Russian servicemember.