The conviction of the Russian soldier for a war crime is not a sign that the invasion of Ukraine is coming to an end, believes the founder of the Raoul-Dandurand Chair at UQAM, Charles-Philippe David.
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“I think this war will last a good while before a ceasefire is perhaps negotiated,” he said in an interview with TVA Nouvelles.
“It’s a step forward, but it won’t change the course of the war,” he added.
Nevertheless, Mr. David believes that such condemnation is important, since it occurs during the conflict. Usually, this type of procedure takes place following the war.
Charles-Philippe David adds, however, that it is very early to declare victory and punish those truly responsible for the war crimes committed in Ukraine.
“This young soldier, as guilty as he was, was taking orders from his superiors. Before you can condemn the superiors, it will take a lot of time and a lot of documentation,” he explains.
The latter also believes that the condemned soldier might soon be part of a prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine.
To see the full interview, watch the video above.
