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Ukraine charges Russian General Staff Chief Gerasimov over deadly July 2 attack on Kyiv
Ukraine has charged Russian General Staff Chief Valery Gerasimov with war crimes over a deadly July 2 attack on Kyiv, according to Ukrinform.
Why it matters
This is a formal legal action by Ukrainian authorities against a senior Russian military official, reflecting ongoing efforts to hold Russian leadership accountable for attacks on Ukrainian cities.
What's unclear
- What specific evidence links Gerasimov to the attack?
- What are the legal consequences of this charge given Gerasimov's position in Russia?
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