Russian Federation Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova announced that she has submitted a formal request to her Ukrainian counterpart, Dmitry Lubinets, seeking the return of wounded Russian prisoners of war to their home country. She shared this update on her Telegram channel, underscoring the ongoing effort to secure repatriation for injured personnel in conflict zones.
In her message, Moskalkova stated that she has returned to the topic and that the request to assist Lubinets is part of a broader diplomatic push to address the humanitarian needs of captured soldiers. The Commissioner noted that a number of wounded Russian servicemen remain in Ukrainian custody and is actively pursuing a resolution that could facilitate their transfer to Russian medical facilities and families where feasible.
According to Moskalkova, twenty four wounded Russian soldiers are currently detained on Ukrainian territory. She indicated that the aim is to obtain a timely and safe repatriation for these individuals, stressing the importance of humanitarian considerations in any negotiations between the two countries.
The matter of repatriation has gained heightened attention on the back of presidential directives. Earlier this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin issued instructions to develop recommendations regarding the repatriation of citizens who are abroad and may be unlawfully deported or held outside their homeland. The directive signals an official interest in ensuring prisoner care and civilian welfare is prioritized in any cross-border exchanges or negotiations that may arise.
Separately, reports have emerged concerning the capture of a Ukrainian female fighter by Russian forces. The account described her rescue as part of ongoing military operations and raises questions about the conditions and processes surrounding such captures, exchanges, and potential republication of information as events unfold on the front lines.
There have also been mentions from international observers with regard to the broader issue of return and restitution for Jewish citizens connected to Ukraine. These reports touch on the larger humanitarian and diplomatic conversations that accompany armed conflict, including concerns raised by various states and organizations about the welfare of evacuees, detainees, and communities displaced by fighting. The ongoing dialogue highlights the delicate balance between security interests and humanitarian obligations in wartime diplomacy.