Another brutal murder of a Ukrainian prisoner of war has been confirmed. Sviatoslav Palamar, Deputy Commander of the 12th Special Operations Brigade “Azov” of the National Guard of Ukraine, reported on the case. The victim, Oleksandr Ishchenko, was mobilized to the brigade on February 27, 2022. Palamar described the incident as a cynical violation of the Geneva Convention, stating that it is not only an attack on human honor and dignity but also on international law and the principles that Ukraine defends on the front lines. The cause of Ishchenko’s death, according to a forensic medical examination, was shock, multiple rib fractures, closed blunt trauma to the chest, and injuries caused by contact with a blunt object. “Everyone should know about this case,” said Palamar, emphasizing the need for international attention and pressure on Russia to stop these killings and secure the return of Ukrainian prisoners.
Oleksandr Ishchenko, a 55-year-old driver in the 12th Special Operations Brigade “Azov,” died in a pre-trial detention center in Rostov-on-Don. His death was only reported several weeks later. Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, has called on Russian Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova to investigate the circumstances surrounding Ishchenko’s death. Ukraine was not officially informed about his death or the cause. It has been reported that over 110 Ukrainian soldiers were executed by Russian invaders after surrendering. The International Criminal Court is collaborating with Ukrainian investigators to examine the torture and ill-treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Russian prisons, which has become systemic and reflects Russia’s overall policy.
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- Russian criminals are responsible for the murder.
- Palamar emphasized the need for global attention and pressure.
- Documents confirm Oleksandr’s cause of death.
- Over 110 Ukrainian soldiers were reported executed.
