US Senate Condemns Russia's Kidnapping and Forced Adoption of Ukrainian Children.
The US Senate formally condemns the Russian Federation for the mass abduction, forced Russification, and relocation of Ukrainian children to re-education camps, facilitating their adoption by Russian families. This resolution establishes a strong US government stance on human rights, urging Russia to immediately cooperate with international bodies to ensure the children's safe return. The document notes that these actions constitute war crimes, leading to an ICC arrest warrant for President Putin.
Key points
US Congress officially condemns Russia for abducting at least 6,000 Ukrainian children, subjecting them to indoctrination and exploitation.
The resolution calls on Russia to work with international human rights organizations to ensure the earliest possible return of the children to Ukraine.
It condemns the forced naturalization and adoption of Ukrainian children by Russian citizens, contrary to international law.
It highlights that the International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for President Putin related to these war crimes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_128
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-03-28