A recent report by Reporters Without Borders and Truth Hounds has revealed that Russian military attacks on hotels accommodating journalists in Ukraine have escalated since the start of the conflict in 2022, indicating a systematic effort to intimidate media personnel and limit independent coverage. The report documents at least 31 attacks on 25 hotels, primarily targeting locations near conflict zones. With several journalists injured and fatalities recorded, these attacks suggest a strategic intent to target civilian media facilities at night using ballistic missiles, thus categorizing them as war crimes under international law.
"The pattern of attacks appears designed to intimidate independent journalists and suppress coverage of Russia's actions in Ukraine, which could constitute war crimes."
"Since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, at least 31 strikes on 25 hotels housing journalists have underscored a broader strategy to discourage war coverage."
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