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Appointment of Viktor Kytciuk as a judge of the Pechersk District Court in Kyiv

President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Viktor Kytciuk as a judge of the Pechersk District Court in Kyiv. Kytciuk is known for his improper rulings in cases involving participants of the Euromaidan protests, raising concerns among human rights advocates. The High Qualification Commission of Judges is expected to assess his appointment.