Ukrainian Protesters Demand Veto of Bill on Missing Soldiers' Status
In Kyiv, hundreds of Ukrainians protested against a bill that could allow missing soldiers to be declared dead prematurely. Bill No. 13646 addresses the legal status of missing persons, and families fear it could lead to their loved ones being declared dead without confirmation. The protest reflects concerns over the fate of more than 90,000 people listed as missing in Ukraine, many of whom disappeared during the ongoing conflict with Russia. The bill has sparked similar demonstrations, highlighting the emotional and legal complexities faced by families of missing soldiers.