The return of the bodies of Ukrainian prisoners of war without internal organs may be evidence that they are being used in Russia for transplants. This alarming revelation was discussed at a meeting in Ankara between representatives of the families of prisoners of war and the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Ukraine to Turkey, Vasyl Bodnar, as reported by Ukrinform.
One of the wives of a defender from the Mariupol garrison spoke out about this disturbing issue. She stated that the bodies received in exchange for the prisoners of war were not only tortured but also missing organs. This confirms the fact that the black market for organ transplants in the Russian Federation is operational and unfortunately involves Ukrainian prisoners of war. She emphasized the need to bring this issue to light on a global scale to put an end to this crime.
The woman appealed to the President of Turkey to support the establishment of a mixed medical commission to monitor the health of both Ukrainian and Russian prisoners of war. She also requested Turkey to act as a patron country in resolving all humanitarian issues related to the exchange of prisoners of war.
Furthermore, she highlighted that Russia refuses to return and include in the exchange lists the defenders from the Mariupol garrison. The families of the prisoners of war are deeply concerned about the well-being of their loved ones and are urging international partners to take action. One of the main demands is to create an international medical commission to investigate the conditions of Ukrainian prisoners of war and assist them in addressing health issues.
Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar expressed hope that Turkey, as a patron country, would actively engage in assisting the families of prisoners of war in gathering information about their relatives and achieving exchanges. He emphasized the deteriorating health conditions of the returning soldiers and the urgent need for medical assistance.
During their visit to Ankara, the representatives of the families of Mariupol defenders also met with the Chief Advisor to the President of Turkey, Yalcin Topcu, and the Chief Ombudsman of Turkey, Seref Malkoc.
The emotional testimonies of the families of Ukrainian prisoners of war shed light on the dire situation faced by these brave individuals. The lack of transparency and accountability in the treatment of prisoners of war is a grave violation of human rights that must be addressed urgently. The international community must come together to ensure the safe return and well-being of all prisoners of war and put an end to the exploitation of their bodies for organ transplants.