Tragic End: Brave Ukrainian Journalist's Death in Russian Captivity

Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, known for her vivid reports on life under Russian occupation, died in Russian captivity. Her disappearance in August 2023 led to her inclusion in a prisoner exchange list; however, she was reported dead on Sept. 19. Ukraine updates war-crime investigation to include murder.

Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna died in Russian captivity, as confirmed by human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets. Her firsthand reports had provided crucial insights into life under Russian occupation during the early invasion by Moscow.

Roshchyna vanished in August 2023 while on a reporting mission in eastern Ukraine. Ukraine later included her in a prisoner exchange list. Her death on September 19 was confirmed via a letter from Russia's Defense Ministry to her family.

Reporters Without Borders and the Committee to Protect Journalists condemned her death, calling for an investigation. Ukrainian Prosecutor General's office updated their war-crime probe to include murder.

(With inputs from agencies.)