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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Joe Sommerlad

What is the legal definition of genocide and how is it prosecuted?

Reuters

Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is attempting to commit genocide in his country after reports emerged that 20 civilians were left dead in the street in Bucha, some with their hands and feet bound, and satellite imagery revealed the presence of a mass grave.

Mr Zelensky paid an emotional visit to the town on Monday and has since called on the UN Security Council to take action.

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