Chechnya: Violations of International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

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February 13, 2001 2:10PM EST | Statement

Chechnya: Violations of International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Memorandum on Domestic Prosecutions

Russian authorities have concealed and obstructed the prosecution of Russian forces for violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in the Chechnya conflict. The failure to hold violators accountable can be expected to encourage Russian federal forces to continue to perpetrate abuses.

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