Coverage dated November 5, 2023

Ukrainian officers investigated for holding awards ceremony struck by Russia, killing 19 soldiers

Headline from WTOP Washington DC

Ukraine on Monday launched a criminal investigation into military officers who organized a ceremony to honor troops that was hit by a Russian missile strike, killing 19 soldiers in one of the deadliest single attacks reported by Ukrainian forces.

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WTOP Washington DC
Ukrainian officers investigated for holding awards ceremony struck by Russia, killing 19 soldiers (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Nov 5, 2023
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Ukraine on Monday launched a criminal investigation into military officers who organized a ceremony to honor troops that was hit by a Russian missile strike, killing 19 soldiers in one of the deadliest single attacks reported by Ukrainian forces.
Los Angeles Times
Ukrainian military officers investigated for holding awards ceremony at which 19 soldiers were killed (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Nov 5, 2023
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A criminal investigation has been launched into Ukrainian military officers who organized a ceremony that was struck by a Russian missile, killing 19 soldiers.
Portland Press Herald
Ukrainian officers investigated for holding a ceremony that was struck by Russia (opens Portland Press Herald)
Published Nov 5, 2023
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The missile strike killed 19 Ukrainian soldiers and sparked a wave of criticism among Ukrainians who questioned on social media the planning of an event so close to the battlefield.

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