The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigation Unit has completed a new investigation into the treatment of Ukrainian children in the Russian-occupied territories. The film uncovers a disturbing strategy: the systematic indoctrination of children to serve as future soldiers in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime. The film follows the story of Iryna’s family (name changed due to security reasons), who fled the occupation to save her son from possible conscription. Before leaving, occupatio

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The Kyiv Independent's War Crimes Investigation Unit exposed Russia's vast system that indoctrinates Ukrainian children, using education and leisure programs in occupied territories to build Russia's future army. The documentary "The War They Play" follows the victims of Russian occupation as they recount the coercion, threats, and lies told by the occupying authorities that endangered their and their children's lives. Watch at the link in bio. | The Kyiv Independent