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International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in Ukraine

8 sourcesPublished 30/08/2026, 08:31 · Updated 30/08/2026, 19:04

On 30 August, the world observes the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances. In Ukraine, over 114,000 people are considered missing, with at least 9,796 having fallen victim to enforced disappearances due to the war with Russia since 2014. This date holds particular significance for the country, as enforced disappearances are used as a tool of terror in temporarily occupied territories.

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30 August - International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
Over 114,000 Ukrainians are considered missing
At least 9,796 people have been victims of enforced disappearances since 2014
Russia conceals information about the missing
The state is expanding the Unified Register and DNA identification network

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine · Russian Federation · human rights defenders · Ukraine

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International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances in Ukraine

8 sourcesPublished 30/08/2026, 08:31 · Updated 30/08/2026, 19:04

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30 August - International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
Over 114,000 Ukrainians are considered missing
At least 9,796 people have been victims of enforced disappearances since 2014
Russia conceals information about the missing
The state is expanding the Unified Register and DNA identification network

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine · Russian Federation · human rights defenders · Ukraine

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