Russian armed and security forces

Russian armed and security forces have been included in an annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide. This marks a significant development, as the report has been compiled for over 15 years. The inclusion places Russian forces on a UN blacklist alongside Israeli forces, who were also added for their treatment of Palestinian detainees. While Israel denies the accusations, the report's findings highlight concerns regarding the conduct of these forces in conflict zones. The UN Secretary-General's office is responsible for the report, which is shared with the UN Security Council. This blacklisting brings international scrutiny to the actions of Russian armed and security forces and underscores the UN's commitment to addressing and condemning sexual violence in global conflicts.