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Ukraine's Supreme Court Frees Two Brothers Jailed Over Conscientious Objection
Original: Supreme Court Releases Two Brothers Imprisoned for Conscientious Objection in Ukraine
Ukraine's Supreme Court has ordered the release of two brothers who were imprisoned for refusing military service on grounds of conscience. The ruling ends their detention and highlights ongoing disputes over how Ukraine handles conscientious objectors during the war with Russia. Religious freedom advocates have repeatedly raised concerns about prosecutions of objectors, and the decision is being closely watched as a test of protections for those refusing to bear arms.
Why now: The ruling sets a precedent on conscientious objection at a time when Ukraine is mobilising citizens for the war effort.
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