UN Confirms Olenivka Attack Was Russian War Crime, Despite Delays
In July 2022, Russian forces orchestrated a deadly attack on a correctional facility near Olenivka, resulting in the deaths of over 50 Ukrainian prisoners of war and injuries to approximately 130 others. Initially, Russia falsely accused Ukraine, claiming a HIMARS missile strike was responsible for the incident. However, a recent internal UN analysis concluded that Russia planned and executed the attack, identifying the weapons and ammunition used. Ukrainian Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets believes the report should serve as a catalyst for further investigation into this war crime.
John Q. Hosedrinker