Treatment of Ukrainian Prisoners of War in Russian Prisons

SOURCE apnews.com
More than 200 Ukrainian POWs have died in Russian prisons since the invasion, with evidence pointing to torture, starvation, and inadequate healthcare as contributing factors. Russia is accused of systematically brutalizing POWs, covering up mistreatment, and refusing to comment on the allegations. Autopsies and testimonies reveal a grim reality of abuse and neglect within Russian prisons affecting captured soldiers.

Key Points

  • More than 200 Ukrainian POWs have died in Russian prisons since the invasion
  • Evidence suggests torture, starvation, and inadequate healthcare as contributing factors
  • Russia accused of systematically brutalizing POWs and covering up mistreatment
  • Autopsies and testimonies reveal grim reality of abuse and neglect within Russian prisons