Return of Ukrainian children non-negotiable, Kyiv says
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Kyiv insists all Ukrainian children illegally deported by Russia should be returned home "unconditionally" as it reiterated its "red lines" for any possible deal to put an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Breakdown
- Ukraine says up to 20,000 children have been forcefully deported by Russia since the invasion.
- Kyiv's deputy foreign minister calls the unconditional return of these children a top priority and a red line for any ceasefire. 10s
- The United States has pledged support for returning the children and exchanging prisoners of war. 48s
- Ukraine raises the issue of deported children at every negotiation, including with U.S. officials. 1m 3s
- Estimates of deported children vary, with figures ranging from 19,500 to as high as 700,000 according to different sources. 1m 24s
