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War crimes probe for victims of Ukraine atrocity

War crimes probe for victims of Ukraine atrocity

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A new low in the war in Ukraine has made headlines around the world this week, with the discovery that hundreds of civilians have been killed in the city of Bucha, in areas previously controlled by Russian troops.

Early testimonies from survivors indicate that the victims were “directly targeted” and killed, according to the UN rights office, OHCHR. Responding to claims from Russia that the incident is nothing more than fake news, here’s spokesperson Liz Throssell, talking to UN News’s Daniel Johnson.

Audio Credit
Daniel Johnson, UN News - Geneva
Audio Duration
9'28"
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UN News/Daniel Johnson