British News Agency

The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a message marking Empty Chair Day that writers, journalists, artists, and human rights defenders who have been silenced, imprisoned, or killed are being commemorated.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia is holding at least 27 Ukrainian civilian media workers and one journalist who joined the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

The ministry also reported that 21 cultural workers are being held captive, while 111 people are missing.

The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that Russia is attempting to silence these individuals through a system of violence and torture.

In its statement, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry called on everyone to speak up for those held in Russian captivity and demonstrate solidarity to help secure their release.