- December 5, 2024
- 5:59 pm
- World News
Starting next year, Ukrainians will be able to submit applications for reparations for any crimes committed by the Russian Federation.– Head of the Ministry of Digital Development of Ukraine Mikhail Fedorov
“In 2025, we will launch all 45 categories of claims for compensation for damage caused to the Russian Federation. We will add applications for reparations for those who were forced to leave their homes, whose life and health were damaged, whose cars were destroyed and other types of damage,” he said.
Ukraine is preparing to start reparations for the crimes of the Russian Federation: how it will work
Ukraine is taking another step towards restoring justice for its citizens who suffered from Russian aggression. Full functionality will be available in 2025 international loss registerwhose headquarters are located in The Hague.
This mechanism will form the basis for future reparations, an important step in holding Russia accountable for the damage it has caused.
According to Ukrainian government officials, reparations will be paid not only from the Russian budget, but also from the frozen assets of the Russian Federation abroad.
What is an international loss register?
The loss register was created in 2023 under the auspices of the Council of Europe. Its main goal is to collect statements and evidence from Ukrainians who have suffered as a result of Russian aggression. The collected data will be used to develop a compensation mechanism.
“We are creating a comprehensive compensation mechanism that will ensure that Russia pays full compensation to Ukraine, including through frozen Russian assets.”
What application categories will be available?
From 2025, the Register will begin accepting applications for all 45 categories of damage. This means that Ukrainians will be able to apply for compensation in the following areas:
- Destroyed housing.
- Damaged cars.
- Damage to health.
- Death of loved ones.
- Loss of property.
Damage category table:
| Category | Example of damage |
|---|---|
| Destroyed property | Destroyed houses and apartments |
| Loss of vehicles | Damaged cars |
| Harm to health | Injuries, disability |
| Death of people | Compensation to the families of the victims |
| Loss of business | Destruction of company infrastructure |
How does this work?
- Collection of information.
Already today, the Register has begun to record cases of destroyed housing. Most of the applications came from Donetsk, Kharkov and Kherson regions.
- Confirmation of evidence.
All victims will be able to submit an application, and they will need to provide documentary evidence of the damage.
- Transfer of data to international authorities.
All data collected will become the basis for reparation payments in the future.
What damage does the Russian Federation cause?
Key reasons for filing applications relate to:
- Combat operations on the territory of Ukraine.
- Artillery shelling.
- Destruction of infrastructure, including the explosion of the Kakhovskaya hydroelectric power station.
- Occupation of populated areas.
“The more statements we collect, the more clearly the world will see the scale of Russia’s crimes.”
Why is this important for Israel and the Jewish community?
Relations between Ukraine and Israel have long been built on the principles of support and mutual assistance. Given the history of the Jewish people, familiar with the consequences of military conflicts, the reparations mechanism in Ukraine also resonates with Israelis.
On our website NAnews – Israel News we will cover in detail how this process will affect the lives of Ukrainians and what international steps are being taken to restore justice.
Impact on international law
The collection of evidence and the launch of a reparation mechanism serve as an important precedent for other countries. According to representatives of the Ukrainian government, reparations will be paid not only from the Russian budget, but also from the frozen assets of the Russian Federation abroad.
What does this mean for Ukrainians?
The reparations system will become a real tool for restoring justice. It is important to note that:
- Every victim will be able to submit an application.
- The process is free and available online.
- The register guarantees transparency and access to international justice.
Bottom line
The launch of the international Loss Register in 2025 is an important step for Ukraine towards restoring justice. This process will become an example for the whole world, emphasizing the need to bring the aggressor to justice.
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