Families of Ukraine's missing fear peace will not bring them home
Summary
Families in Ukraine are worried that peace talks might not help bring back their loved ones who were taken by Russian forces. Around 16,000 Ukrainian civilians remain in Russian prisons, and there is no clear way to bring them home in the event of a ceasefire.Key Facts
- Tatyana's son Vladislav was captured by Russian forces and is held in a prison in Kursk.
- Over 16,000 Ukrainian civilians are reportedly in Russian captivity.
- More than 20,000 Ukrainian children have also been taken to Russia, according to estimates.
- There is a mechanism for swapping prisoners of war, but not for civilians.
- Yulia Hripun started a group to advocate for the release of captured civilians.
- The group has talked with international representatives but there is no clear plan for civilian return.
- Efforts to include civilians in negotiations about deported children have not been successful.
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