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The OSCE mission plays a pivotal role in addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Its focus is to ensure Ukraine's sovereignty while advocating for peace initiatives. Recent developments include the UK's support for Ukraine's sovereign decisions at the OSCE and Finland's proposal of a partial ceasefire to facilitate peace discussions. The OSCE also faces challenges, such as the illegal detention of its staff by Russian forces, and addresses these with priority. There are demands for a halt in aggression and the protection of civilian infrastructure, which Russia has consistently targeted. The OSCE's condemnation of Russia's actions reflects its commitment to uphold international law and support Ukraine. This extends to investigating allegations of war crimes, like the torture of Ukrainian POWs. Overall, the OSCE remains a critical entity in mobilizing diplomatic efforts and coordinating international responses to ensure peace and security in Ukraine.
What are the OSCE's primary objectives in Ukraine?
The OSCE aims to support Ukraine's sovereignty, facilitate peace talks, and ensure adherence to international law. It also focuses on bringing attention to humanitarian issues, like the detention of its staff by Russian forces, and preventing aggression against civilian infrastructure. The mission plays a crucial diplomatic role in seeking peaceful resolutions and advocating for Ukraine's rights on the international stage.
How does the OSCE respond to allegations of Russian war crimes?
The OSCE works with international partners to investigate alleged war crimes, such as torture and the ill-treatment of prisoners of war. Countries within the OSCE framework initiate independent investigations, aiming to document and hold perpetrators accountable. The organization strongly condemns such violations and supports legal efforts to seek justice for victims.
What steps is the OSCE taking to facilitate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia?
The OSCE promotes diplomatic engagement by encouraging dialogue between conflicting parties. It supports initiatives like Finland's proposed ceasefire to create a conducive environment for negotiations. The organization provides a platform for peace talks and assists in coordinating international diplomacy efforts to encourage both sides to engage constructively toward a peaceful resolution.
How does the OSCE address the humanitarian impact of the conflict in Ukraine?
The OSCE actively raises and addresses humanitarian issues caused by the conflict. This includes highlighting the illegal detention of Ukrainian civilians and staff, as well as the protection of children under threat of forceful deportation. The mission works with partners to provide humanitarian aid and ensure that the global community remains aware of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
What is the OSCE's stance on Russia's attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure?
The OSCE condemns Russia's systematic attacks on civilian infrastructure, which includes energy facilities that put thousands of lives at risk. The organization calls for an immediate end to such hostilities, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding civilians and advocating for protective measures to reduce further damage. These actions violate international law, and the OSCE demands accountability from Russia.
How is the OSCE involved in regional security cooperation regarding Ukraine?
The OSCE collaborates with regional partners to strengthen security measures, such as air defenses, against Russian missiles. It facilitates cooperation and intelligence sharing among neighboring countries to enhance protection against military threats. Through its forums, the OSCE promotes dialogue on security cooperation, working towards a collective effort to ensure both short-term and long-term regional stability.
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OSCE Monitors Disclosed Location of Ukrainian Troops to Russians Observers of the Special Monitoring Mission (SMM) of the OSCE, which met yesterday with representatives of Ukraine and Russia in the "Joint Center for Control and Coordination" released information about the place of deployment of the Ukrainian servicemen. 268 960 417 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
NATO Confirms OSCE Reports of Russian Troops’ Invasion in Ukraine - Source OSCE reports on the Russian troops and equipment crossing the Ukrainian border correspond with NATO observations. 240 001 489 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Russian troops set Krasukha-4 electronic warfare station in Donetsk to dampen OSCE drones. PHOTO Russian-terrorist troops have installed the most up-to-date Russia-produced electronic warfare station in Donetsk. 230 459 941 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
Volnovakha bus was hit by rocket fired from terrorist-controlled territories – OSCE Observers of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission concluded that all the inspected craters of the Volnovakha tragedy killing 13 civilians were caused by rockets fired from a north-north-eastern direction. 218 147 730
"There was offensive of mercenaries under flags of America, European Union, and Australia," - militant tells the "truth" to OSCE observers. VIDEO Russian militants have released a video in which one of them tells OSCE observers about a night attack of mercenaries from around the world at "unflinching Russians" near Horlivka. 186 466 931 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
"Why the hell have you come here? Get out of the car. We're taking the car!" - residents of occupied Horlivka ban OSCE observers from work. VIDEO About 20 residents of occupied city of Horlivka, the Donetsk region, were banning a group of OSCE Special Mission monitors from fulfilling their tasks. Beware of rude language (in Russian). 173 468 541 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Russia proposes to 'de-militarize' south-eastern Ukraine - OSCE The Russian Federation representatives initiate creation of a de-militarized zone in south-eastern Ukraine. The proposal had been sent to the Ukrainian and Russian Armed Forces General Staffs for further discussion. 168 020 560 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
"Hello, my dear friend!" OSCE mission member hugs ‘LPR’ terrorist transferring Ukrainian soldiers’ bodies. VIDEO During the transfer of Ukrainian soldiers’ bodies, a representative of the OSCE special monitoring mission (SMM) hugged a member of the ‘Luhansk People’s Republic’ (‘LPR’) terrorist organization and performed a military salute to him. 162 280 192 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Ukraine has phone records of all conversations with Putin's consent for OSCE armed police mission deployment in Donbas, - Presidential Administration Presidential Administration Deputy Head Kostiantyn Yelisieiev has responded to the allegations that Kyiv was allegedly mistaking the wish for the reality, speaking of Russia’s consent for the deployment of the armed police mission in the Donbas. 160 841 182 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Militants shelled Ukrainian hardware base located 20 km from contact line. VIDEO On Tuesday night, militants employed 152-mm howitzers to hit a Ukrainian hardware base located some 20 kilometers from the demarcation line in the Donetsk region. 152 519 406
Russian Diplomat and Secret Service Agent Acting Under Guise of OSCE Mission in Ukraine. PHOTOPROOF InfoResist group registers separate cases bringing up the issue of certain Russian citizens working among the supposedly ‘independent and impersonal’ OSCE observers. 151 109 160 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
DPR and LPR terrorists refuse to cease fire - OSCE According to the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission, the militants of the so-called Donetsk and Luhansk “People’s Republics stated that they would not respect the cease-fire. 142 157 464
Militants used globally banned incendiary weapons against Ukrainian troops’ positions, OSCE says. VIDEO The pro-Russian militants used white phosphorus munitions against the Ukrainian troops in the anti-terrorist operation area in the Donbas. 139 859 604 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Record Number of People in Uniforms Through Ukrainian-Russian Border Registered Wednesday - OSCE The OSCE mission observers registered the movement of record number of people in camouflage through the Ukrainian-Russian border. In particular, about 630 people in military clothes entered Ukraine from Russia through the Donetsk checkpoint. 129 486 383 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
UK demands Russia to explain militants' possession of TOS-1 rocket system The British delegation to the OSCE has demanded an explanation from Russia on how militants in the Donbas got hold of heavy flamethrower system TOS-1. 126 506 728
OSCE drafts "new regulation" for maintaining cease-fire in eastern Ukraine, Germany's foreign minister says German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said on Sunday he hoped a new regulation aimed at maintaining a fragile cease-fire in eastern Ukraine could be completed soon by the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). 125 177 476 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Militants did not allow OSCE observers to Debaltseve – Foreign Affairs Minstry Representatives of the illegal armed groups did not allow observers of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to inspect Debaltseve town in the Donetsk region. 122 538 457 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Debaltseve salient
Russian hybrid troops may plan assault on Mariupol, - US Ambassador to OSCE Baer U.S. Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Daniel Baer claims the possibility of an advance of combined Russian-terrorist forces on Mariupol and its outskirts. 122 368 182 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
More than 30,000 persons in military uniforms entered Donbas from Russia, - US Ambassador to OSCE Baer US Ambassador to OSCE Daniel B. Baer says the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine has observed more than 30,000 individuals in military-style dress crossing just at the two checkpoints to which it had access. 120 380 292 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Hundreds of "Cossacks" with "DPR" and "LPR" stickers on their cars crossed the border of Ukraine - OSCE 396 soldiers have crossed the Ukrainian border. 114 957 362
Patrol member died as OSCE car drove on mine in ATO zone A vehicle of OSCE Special Monitoring Mission (SMM) exploded while patrolling the occupied territories of the Donbas today, on April 23. 110 275 217 Previously in trend: OSCE patrol vehicle exploded
OSCE witnessed incursion of six Russian T-80 tanks to Ukraine Six unmarked tanks were seen near Makiivka. The vehicles were moving towards Donetsk. 108 976 282 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
OSCE recorded troops and hardware redeployment from Russia to Donbas OSCE's Special Monitoring Mission has recorded redeployment of troops and hardware from the Russian Federation to the occupied areas of the Donbas. 108 714 107 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
"One '200', one '300'. This is our territory," - 'LPR' militants posted video from OSCE vehicle blast site. VIDEO Militants from self-proclaimed "Luhansk People Republic" posted a video from the OSCE vehicle explosion site. 108 492 140
Right Sector soldiers, who died on June 11 at Butivka mine, were killed by 152-mm howitzer fire. VIDEO A video showing the beginning of shelling of Butivka mine in the Donetsk region, where soldiers of the Right Sector were killed by a slide, has been posted online. 107 981 74 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Russian officer and "DPR" militants taking pictures with downed OSCE drone. PHOTOS Russian military posted images online with the downed OSCE drone. 105 597 80 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
“DPR” terrorists’ heavy weapons guarded by paratroopers from Russia’s Orenburg, - OSCE OSCE Special Monitoring Mission (SMM) observers recorded presence of paratroopers from Orenburg (Russian Federation) in the heavy weapons storage areas of the “DPR” militants. 102 404 760 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
‘DPR’ leader Zakharchenko is reported to have health issues - OSCE Alexander Zakharchenko, the ‘DPR prime minister, is sick. 101 879 273
Around 70 Horlivka inhabitants jumped on OSCE representatives In Horlivka town (‘DPR’-controlled) the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission (SMM) was approached by around 70 local inhabitants, visibly upset and distressed and verbally aggressive and critical towards the SMM. 97 805 474 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Russia Deports Coal and Bodies of Killed Soldiers from Donbas - OSCE Monitoring Report The OSCE Monitoring Mission announced that Russia is deporting coal from the territory of Donbas along with 'cargo 200,' the bodies of soldiers killed in fighting. 93 517 370
Warlord Zakharchenko sanctions use of any weapons against Ukrainian positions, - Defense Intelligence The situation in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area remains tense. Militants are deliberately escalating the conflict. 91 299 212 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
ATO command bans Ukrainian soldiers from return fire when shelled by terrorists, - MP Tymchuk As announced by Informational Resistance group, representatives of the Ukrainian command launched a 'witch hunt' in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area within OSCE accusations of the Ukrainian forces of shelling Donetsk downtown with tanks, allegedly conducted on July 18. 87 196 774 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
US Ambassador to Ukraine shocked by escalation in Donbas U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Geoffrey Pyatt is shocked by recent escalation of the situation in the Donbas. 86 296 199 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
OSCE Ministerial Council Did Not Adopt Declaration on Ukraine Participants of the meeting of the OSCCE Council of Ministers, which takes place in Basel, failed to adopt a final document on Ukraine due to lack of consensus. There are differences in the assessments of the causes of the crisis, the OSCE chairman explained. 83 497 294 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
State Duma of Russia warns NATO against enlargement The State Duma of the Russian Federation has drafted an address to parliamentary assemblies of NATO and OSCE, as well as to national parliaments of the Balkan states, warning about possibility of a new cold war. 82 593 249
Poroshenko: Russia supports OSCE police mission deployment in Donbas Germany, France and the Russian Federation supported the idea to deploy the OSCE armed police mission in the militants-controlled part of the Donbas, including along the border with Russia. 82 541 280 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
OSСE Spotted Convoys of Heavy Weapons and Tanks in Donetsk and Makiivka Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) spotted convoys of heavy weapons and tanks in the cities of Donetsk and Makiivka, controlled by DPR. 81 767 402 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
"This is a fight for which Russia and separatists had prepared," - US Mission to OSCE on recent escalation in Avdiivka OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine gathered clear evidence of a military buildup by combined Russian-separatist forces near Avdiivka in advance of the recent offensive. 81 727 80 Previously in trend: Avdiivka fighting
Cease-fire Agreed along Contact Line between Ukrainian Armed Forces and Terrorists in Luhansk - OSCE A cease-fire along the line of contact between the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the terrorists, as well as withdrawal of heavy weapons was agreed during the negotiations, effective Dec. 5. 81 212 390 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Peacekeepers in Donbas quite appropriate, - Putin President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin believes that deployment of U.N. peacekeepers in the Donbas is quite appropriate for solving of the conflict in the region, but only along the line of contact and with the aim of protecting the OSCE mission. 80 428 187
Residents of occupied Pikuzy demand withdrawal of Russian mercenaries from residential neighborhoods, - OSCE Residents of occupied Pikuzy penned a letter to the U.N. and the Red Cross with a request to withdraw Russian troops from their village. 79 004 86 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Situation in Donetsk airport, Pisky and Horlivka is deteriorating – OSCE Mission report The situation in the conflict zone in the Donbas is deteriorating, especially around Donetsk airport, Pisky village and Horlivka town. 76 685 205
Russia Blocks Border Checkpoint Monitoring by OSCE Despite repeated requests from OSCE member and partner States, the Russian Federation continued to block the expansion of the Border Checkpoint Observation Mission beyond the two border checkpoints where it is currently deployed. 76 516 402 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
US urges Ukraine to fully implement Minsk agreements by end of 2016, – ZN The Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs at the United States Department of State Victoria Nuland put forward a number of demands to the Ukrainian authorities during her visit to Ukraine. 75 887 500 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
OSCE Told Where 480-Kilometer Demarcation Line Will Be Established in Donbas Parties to the conflict in the east of Ukraine failed to agree on the line of demarcation. 75 477 92
Situation in ATO area deteriorated significantly – OSCE Ukrainian and Russian representatives from the OSCE Mission noted that the situation in the ATO zone has significantly deteriorated over the past day (Jan. 9). 74 710 339 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Pro-Russian militants equipped new positions not far from Russian border, - OSCE Moscow-supported separatists in the Donbas have placed antitank mines at T0519 motorway near Pikuzy village, and equipped new positions not far from the Russian border. 73 962 43 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
OSCE: Large-scale redeployment of heavy weapons underway in ATO area Deputy head of the special monitoring mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE SMM) Alexander Hug said a large-scale movement of heavy weapons confirmed by organization's monitors was underway in the Donbas. 72 901 403
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