Commending the International Criminal Court's issuance of an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Office of the President of the Russian Federation, for two war crimes related to the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to the Russian Federation.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses support for the International Criminal Court arrest warrant issued for Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Russian Commissioner for Children's Rights, for war crimes related to unlawful deportation of children from occupied areas of Ukraine. Expressing outrage at the actions of Russia in removing children from their homes in occupied Ukraine and forcibly integrating them into Russian society, the resolution calls for Russia to immediately return all deported Ukrainian children back to their homes in Ukraine.

Bill 118 HRES 304, titled "Commending the International Criminal Court's issuance of an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Office of the President of the Russian Federation, for two war crimes related to the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to the Russian Federation," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution praises the International Criminal Court for taking action against Vladimir Putin and Maria Lvova-Belova for their involvement in war crimes. Specifically, the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for the two Russian officials for their role in forcibly deporting Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to Russia. This act is considered a violation of international law and a serious breach of human rights.

The resolution highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions in conflicts and ensuring justice for victims of war crimes. It also emphasizes the need for international cooperation in addressing such atrocities and upholding the principles of justice and human rights. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 304 serves as a commendation of the ICC's efforts to bring perpetrators of war crimes to justice and sends a strong message against the violation of human rights in conflicts.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 304

Introduced on
2023-04-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/18/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the International Criminal Court arrest warrant issued for Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Russian Commissioner for Children's Rights, for war crimes related to unlawful deportation of children from occupied areas of Ukraine. Expressing outrage at the actions of Russia in removing children from their homes in occupied Ukraine and forcibly integrating them into Russian society, the resolution calls for Russia to immediately return all deported Ukrainian children back to their homes in Ukraine.

Bill 118 HRES 304, titled "Commending the International Criminal Court's issuance of an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Office of the President of the Russian Federation, for two war crimes related to the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to the Russian Federation," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution praises the International Criminal Court for taking action against Vladimir Putin and Maria Lvova-Belova for their involvement in war crimes. Specifically, the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for the two Russian officials for their role in forcibly deporting Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to Russia. This act is considered a violation of international law and a serious breach of human rights.

The resolution highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions in conflicts and ensuring justice for victims of war crimes. It also emphasizes the need for international cooperation in addressing such atrocities and upholding the principles of justice and human rights. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 304 serves as a commendation of the ICC's efforts to bring perpetrators of war crimes to justice and sends a strong message against the violation of human rights in conflicts.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCommending the International Criminal Court's issuance of an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Office of the President of the Russian Federation, for two war crimes related to the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children from occupied areas of Ukraine to the Russian Federation.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary11/24/2023

This resolution expresses support for the International Criminal Court arrest warrant issued for Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Russian Commissioner for Children's Right...


Latest Action4/18/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.