Leonid Kharchenko
Leonid Kharchenko is a Ukrainian citizen believed to be a former commander of a pro-Russian militant group involved in the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 in 2014. He was also sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment by a Dutch court for his involvement in the incident, which claimed the lives of 298 individuals. Kharchenko's case has become emblematic of the broader issues of accountability and justice sought by the families of the victims, who are pressing for recognition of Russia's responsibility as a prerequisite for lasting peace in the region.
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Leonid Kharchenko was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 298 people.
Russia responsible for downing of Malaysian Airlines flight, European Court of Human Rights rules
Australia· 2025-07-09
Leonid Kharchenko was sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment for his role in the downing of flight MH17.
ICAO признала ответственность России за сбитие рейса MH17
Belarus· 2025-05-13
Leonid Kharchenko was identified as a Ukrainian militia member affiliated with Russia and found guilty in the MH17 case.
ICAO Menyatakan Rusia Bersalah Tembak Malaysia Airlines MH17
Indonesia· 2025-05-13
Leonid Kharchenko, a citizen of Ukraine and a militia member, was found guilty in the Hague court.
Нидерланды заявили, что совет ИКАО счел Россию виновной в крушении MH17 — РБК
Russia· 2025-05-12
Leonid Kharchenko was sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17.
Міжнародна організація цивільної авіації визнала Росію відповідальною за збиття MH17
Ukraine· 2025-05-12Leonid Kharchenko was convicted in absentia for his role in the MH17 attack.
MH17 victims’ families want Russian apology for tragedy included in Ukraine peace dealAustralia· 2025-03-25
Leonid Kharchenko was sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment for his role in the downing of the Malaysian airliner MH17.
Родственники жертв MH17 требуют признания Россией ответственности как часть мирного договораBelarus· 2025-02-27
Leonid Kharchenko was sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment for his role in the downing of MH17.
MH17: родичі жертв вимагають визнання РФ відповідальності як частину мирної угодиUkraine· 2025-02-27