Russia gives Ukrainian kids military training and reeducation, Yale researchers find
Summary
Yale University researchers found that Russia is giving military training and reeducation to Ukrainian children taken from occupied areas. This involves teaching children as young as 8 years old combat skills at various sites across Russia and occupied Ukraine. The Ukrainian government wants the return of these children to be part of any peace agreement with Russia.Key Facts
- Yale researchers found evidence of Russia training and reeducating Ukrainian children.
- Children as young as 8 receive military training at special centers.
- The report identified 210 locations for children across Russia and occupied Ukraine.
- About 62% of these places focus on reeducation, and 19% on military training.
- Since Russia’s 2022 invasion, about a quarter of these facilities have expanded.
- Ukraine's government reports at least 19,500 children are missing, but the number could be up to 35,000 according to the report.
- The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Russian leaders for crimes related to deporting Ukrainian children.
- The Russian government has not responded to the findings in the report.
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