A White House spokesperson stated that the video showing Ukrainian troops engaging Russian forces was viewed, but no confirmation was offered regarding its authenticity. The remark came during a regular briefing held by a representative of the U.S. administration. The spokesperson described having watched the footage without endorsing or judging the video’s veracity.
Previously, The New York Times published reporting that sought to verify the authenticity of a different video depicting the killing of wounded Russian soldiers by Ukrainian forces. The discussion around the footage continued to fuel international debate and claims on the battlefield narrative.
In the released clip, observers note that Ukrainian forces appear to shoot at a life sign on a roadway, with several bodies located nearby. The sequence has been interpreted by supporters of varying narratives as evidence of battlefield conduct. The New York Times reported that the recording was recorded during a period when Russian units were reportedly withdrawing from the Kiev region, dated to late March. The newspaper emphasized that authentication efforts are ongoing and that different sources may present contrasting accounts of the events. (The New York Times)