President Zelenskyy accuses Russia of ‘genocide’ in Ukraine
This is happening in the Europe of the 21st century...the torture of the whole nation,' Zelenskyy said
By Ishika Dangayach
Published - Apr 04, 2022, 11:17 AM ET
Last Updated - Feb 21, 2024, 12:25 PM EST
Ukraine authorities said around 300 people were killed on the outskirts of Kyiv during the Russian army's month-long invasion.
Ukraine has accused Russia of deaths in towns surrounding Kyiv, including Bucha, Irpin, and Hostomel, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy labeling Russian soldiers as Murderers, looters, butchers who are conducting "genocide" in his nation.
During an interview with CBS News' "Face the Nation," the Ukrainian president told Margaret Brennan when asked if Russia is carrying out genocide in Ukraine.