Overview

• Ukrainian prosecutors have evidence that 93 POWs were executed by Russian forces, with the majority occurring in 2024.
• A recent video allegedly shows the execution of 16 Ukrainian soldiers near Pokrovsk, prompting new investigations.
• The total number of Ukrainian POW deaths in Russian captivity has reached at least 177, though actual figures may be higher.
• Thousands of Ukrainian POWs remain in Russian custody, with international oversight severely lacking.
• Reports indicate systematic torture and inhumane treatment of Ukrainian prisoners, exacerbating concerns about their safety.