Sivak's experiences reveal a dangerous silence regarding male victims of sexual violence, a taboo that has persisted in discussions about the war in Ukraine.
The UN has documented hundreds of cases of sexual violence by Russian troops, emphasizing that two-thirds of the victims are men and boys.
Charu Lata Hogg noted that the scale of sexual abuse in Ukraine is unprecedented, with sexual violence against men enduring systemic torture and humiliation.
Despite the shocking instances of sexual violence against men, support systems and medical professionals addressing these needs have been largely absent.
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