#Human Rights

Ukraine has selected the documentary 'Traces' by Alisa Kovalenko and Marysi Nikityuk as its national contender for the 2027 Oscars in the Best International Feature category.

Belarus and the US reached an interim agreement: Minsk released 25 political prisoners, and Washington lifted sanctions on the companies "Lakokrasika" and "Bellesbumprom." The parties intend to continue the dialogue on the remaining issues.

In Mukachevo, a video captured TCC staff forcibly pushing a man with a bicycle into a minivan. The ombudsman's representative office sent requests to law enforcement agencies and is demanding bodycam footage.

The FIS reported a scheme for smuggling orphaned children from occupied Donbas to Russia under the pretext of health improvement: at least two were not returned and were handed over to the Moscow Region. Intelligence calls this part of a system for the exploitation of Ukrainian children.

Ombudsman Lubinets announced that after inspections of TCCs in Zakarpattia, several criminal cases were opened, and three military personnel, including two heads, were informed of suspicion. The premises were also renovated and surveillance cameras were installed.

Human rights advocates have recorded 73 cases in which conscripts in Russia encountered a travel ban, learning of it only at border control. Experts link this to possible preparations for a new mobilization.

In Kyiv, a TRC illegally detained a doctor — father of five — who had an exemption. The exemption record 'vanished' from the database in front of the inspectors. The prosecution opened a criminal case.

Lavrov claimed that he asked Vatican diplomat Gallagher to pass on a "signal" to Kyiv on human rights, however Gallagher's public statements, including his visit to Kyiv in July 2026, contain no such remarks.

Human rights defenders documented complaints in 17 regions of Russia about detentions and coercion into signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense. Against the backdrop of mobilization rumors, a record outflow of citizens through border crossings was recorded.

The BfV has launched a hotline and released a brochure for refugees from Russia, China, and Iran, promising protection from persecution and surveillance. The initiative coincides with discussions in Berlin regarding new powers for German intelligence services.

Ombudsman Lubyntsev told about a case where the TCC mobilized a father of two children whose wife had died. The man could not return home for almost two months until the ombudsman intervened and secured his discharge.

🚨 In Dnipro, a 17-year-old orphan was left alone: her guardian was taken to the TCC. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubyntsi stated that the child's rights were violated and called for an immediate investigation. A system that should work clearly cannot leave people without answers, especially when it comes to minors. #Ukraine #TCC #HumanRights

🚨 A series of human rights violations by TRMC has been recorded in the Cherkasy region. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubynets reported that 7 cases of illegal actions were documented in the Zvenyhorodka district in a week. 👉 One of the victims, who had a legal deferment, was abducted by people in uniform, handcuffed, and taken 140 km from home. The man managed to call his father and say: "I was stolen". 👉 A citizen who was removed from military registration was also detained using a similar scheme. 👉 Lubynets emphasized: mobilization does not justify violence and abductions. Every fact will be checked.

🇺🇦 Andriy Pasternak revealed a shocking Russian practice: prisoners are "fattened" before exchange to create a fake image of humanitarianism. 🚫 This is part of psychological torture: some are starved, while others are fed for photos. 📉 Ukrainians return exhausted, while Russia displays "healthy" prisoners as proof of compliance with norms. 🌍 Russia is launching a new info-campaign, attempting to discredit Ukraine in the West. #Ukraine #PrisonersOfWar #Pasternak #SBU #Infocampaign

🚨 Suspension of the Head of Zakarpattia TCC: Ombudsman Lubynets Accuses Official of Corruption and Pressure on Staff. 🇺🇦 #Zakarpattia #Corruption #HumanRights

🇺🇦 Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets exposed a new information attack by the Russian Federation. Moscow accuses Kyiv of refusing to take back prisoners, but Ukraine is ready to exchange all citizens. Russia artificially delays coordination, ignoring requests. Meanwhile, Russian sources accuse Ukraine of disrupting exchanges for PR purposes. 📉 An increase in cases of re-capture of Russian soldiers is being recorded.

⚖️ SBU uncovered new suspects in torture cases at the Odesa TCC. The total number of defendants has grown to 13. The investigation established a scheme of extortion and illegal detention. Odesa is the leader in complaints against TCC in 2026. #Odesa #SBU #TCC #Torture #Ukraine2026

🇺🇸 ICE to purchase $20M in stun gloves. In 2026, as part of Trump's strategy, agents will receive "smart" Compliant Technologies gloves for instant detention. The manufacturer promises safety, but the ACLU warns of risks of covert violence. ⚡️🚫