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Dutch Trial Finds Russian-Supplied Missile Killed 298 People on MH17 over Ukraine
Three Convicted in Murder of Passengers and Crew
A Dutch court has convicted two Russians and a Ukrainian of murdering the 298 people who died when Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 was shot down over Ukraine in July 2014.
Key Findings of the Trial:
- The court found that the missile that hit MH17 was supplied by Russia and fired from territory controlled by pro-Russian separatists.
- The two Russian defendants, Igor Girkin and Sergey Dubinsky, were found guilty of murder and sentenced to life in prison.
- The Ukrainian defendant, Leonid Kharchenko, was found guilty of assisting in murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Response from Victims' Families:
Relatives of the victims expressed both relief and anger at the verdict. Some said they felt a sense of closure, while others said they wanted more accountability from the Russian government.
Implications of the Verdict:
The trial has raised questions about Russia's role in the downing of MH17 and its support for separatists in eastern Ukraine. The verdict is likely to further strain relations between the Netherlands and Russia.
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