How are these prisoners of war treated? What rights do they have? Here are some important questions that have been asked about prisoners of war during Russia’s nearly three – month – long war against Ukraine.
Who is a prisoner of war?
According to Article 4 of the Geneva Convention, a prisoner of war is generally considered to be a member of the armed forces captured by the enemy during a conflict or resistance during the war. This includes non-combatant crew members, war correspondents, and locals who had to take up arms to fight the enemy.
What are the rights of prisoners of war?
The Geneva Convention makes it clear that all human rights apply to prisoners of war. Their rights to shelter, medical care for the injured and the legal action they may face must be guaranteed.
Will prisoners of war face trial?
Prisoners of war face trial only in certain circumstances. If accused of committing one or more crimes in war, a trial can be held on the basis of evidence. They cannot be punished for participating in war
Can prisoners of war be transferred?
The Geneva Convention has not yet enacted rules for the transfer of prisoners. The Red Cross has often acted as an intermediary in the transfer of prisoners of war. Some Russian officials have demanded that detained Ukrainian fighters be tried and not extradited.
Can Russia argue that prisoners of war are not prisoners of war?
At least some countries try to break the rules set by the Geneva Convention or argue that they are not subject to them. The United States has detained hundreds of militants for alleged links to terrorist groups such as Al Qaeda. This was following the attack on the World Trade Center. The detainees could argue that they are not army gangs or any other country. But Marco Sassoli, a law expert at the University of Geneva, says it’s up to Ukraine to decide who their troops are here. But he says they could be detained until the end of the war and brought back to Russia.
Azov Army
The world is watching the outcome of the war with the surrender of the Azov rebels who captured the Russian army. Sasoli says they are also part of the Ukrainian military. Russia has taken prisoners of war, including Commander Azov, who led a defense from a steel factory.
What is the significance of the Red Cross move?
This is the first time the Red Cross has made such a statement since the Russian occupation of Ukraine. Usually, the Red Cross does not say how it treats such people, but it does say who they visited. The Red Cross has not yet said whether prisoners of war other than Azov fighters have been registered or have visited prisoners of war on either side.
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