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.

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Summary of Bill HRES 304

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.

Congressional Summary of HRES 304

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.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 304

Bill HRES 304 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2023. Bill HRES 304 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 18, 2023. Bill HRES 304's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 18, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 304

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 304

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.