Soldiers of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation allegedly committed war crimes and violations of human rights against citizens of Ukraine, including the indiscriminate use of explosive weapons in populated areas and attacks on civilians attempting to flee. Summary executions, unlawful confinement, torture, ill-treatment, rape and other sexual violence took place in areas occupied by the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.
Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are the military forces of the Russian Federation. On 24 February 2022, they launched the war of aggression against Ukraine.
Therefore, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are responsible for supporting materially actions which undermined or threatened the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.