Putin’s accomplices will also have to answer for their crimes

On 28 February, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court announced the opening of an investigation into crimes committed in Ukraine. In addition, 39 countries have asked the Court to investigate the Ukrainian situation. Everyone understands that Vladimir Putin may be called to account before the Court. But all those who are complicit in his actions, by action or omission, all those who arm him or finance his actions, must know that they too can be brought to justice and end their lives in prison if their complicity is proven, write a group of senior EU lawmakers.

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A group of Europe's political leaders warn that President Putin and his accomplices face indictment at the International Criminal Court. [EPA-EFE/NARONG SANGNAK]

various authors 15-03-2022 08:30 5 min. read Content type: Euractiv is part of the Trust Project

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