An essential aspect of NHC’s extensive work in Ukraine is to support Ukrainian civilians who suffer from the war and its consequences. Civilians in Russian captivity form a particularly vulnerable group, and we appreciate that Norway is working together with Ukraine and Canada in the so-called Working Group 4 to support the identification and release of illegally deported children, civilian prisoners and prisoners of war in Russia and Russian-occupied territories. In line with the mandate of this Working Group, we want to raise a few questions with you as a member of the People First Campaign, a joint effort by Ukrainian, Russian and international human rights organisations to influence the peace negotiations.
Request for Norwegian support for the People First campaign
Statue in Kyiv. Photo: Olya Shamshur / NHC
The NHC has sent a letter to the Norwegian Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister, proposing Norwegian political and diplomatic support to the People First campaign for Ukraine.