Amnesty International attacked for critical report on Ukraine

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Amnesty International accuses Ukrainian military of stationing troops near hospitals, schools and residential buildings. The report got harsh pushback from Ukrainian officials and civil society leaders. Amnesty's Ukraine office says the report was compiled by foreign observers, without any assistance from local staff. Ukrainian officials have claimed that their defensive posture against Russia justifies all tactics used.

2 months ago·Kyiv, Ukraine

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Times of India

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Reuters

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The Guardian

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2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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CTV News

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Associated Press News

Ukraine: Amnesty Int'l report sparks furor, resignation

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The head of Amnesty International’s Ukraine chapter has resigned, saying the human rights organization shot down her opposition to publishing a report that claimed Ukrainian forces had exposed civilians to Russian attacks by basing themselves in populated areas.

2 months ago·United States

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