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Ukrainian Christian jailed for refusing military service

20-01-2023

Eastern Europe

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Ukrainian Christian jailed for refusing military service

Photo AFP, Jeff Pachoud

Eastern Europe

For the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year, Ukraine has jailed an individual who refused military service on the grounds of conscience.

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