Thousands of Ukrainian civilians are illegally detained in Russian-occupied territories, facing torture and arbitrary accusations. Reintegration is difficult.
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Thousands of Ukrainian civilians have been arrested by Russian forces in occupied regions, facing fabricated charges and violent detention, with reintegration for released individuals also proving difficult. The text highlights numerous cases of arbitrary detention, detailing stories of civilians and military personnel held in Russia and occupied Ukrainian territories. While the most arrests occur in occupied areas, civilians are often detained without clear legal basis, facing accusations like “spy” or “sabotage.” The article emphasizes that civilians are victims of kidnapping and arbitrary detention, not merely “prisoners of war.” Upon release, survivors face physical and psychological trauma, and a lack of systematic support, particularly for civilians, is noted. For proper reintegration, the text stresses the need for comprehensive medical, psychological, and legal assistance, and calls for the establishment of clear procedures to recognize and protect these invisible victims. Furthermore, it urges the European Union to enhance its role by establishing an international monitoring mechanism for detention conditions, funding rehabilitation programs, and imposing targeted sanctions on Russian officials involved in arbitrary detentions. The situation remains dire, with tens of thousands detained without legal recognition.
