Ukrainian lawyer discusses the need for a special tribunal against Russia for aggression and the importance of international support.
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Oleksandra Matviichuk, a Ukrainian human rights lawyer and leader of the Centre for Civil Liberties, discusses the necessity of a special tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, arguing that existing international bodies like the ICC lack jurisdiction over Russia’s leadership. She emphasizes that justice must not be dependent on the war’s outcome, citing the need to establish accountability now. Matviichuk addresses accusations of double standards, pointing out inconsistent international actions by various global powers. Regarding her work documenting atrocities, she is driven by a sense of responsibility to ensure these stories lead to justice. She urges the European Union to utilize frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine’s reconstruction and defense. She describes occupation not merely as a change of flag, but as systematic human rights abuses, using the case of a children’s writer found in a mass grave as an example. Concerning collaboration in occupied territories, she notes the complexity, requiring a balance between acknowledging survival tactics and prosecuting war crimes. Finally, she asserts that Ukrainians are fighting for freedom and that European support is crucial because Ukraine’s resistance is what currently ensures European security.
