The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled in favor of the victims of the Odessa massacre, which occurred on May 2, 2014. The court held that the Ukrainian authorities were responsible for the deaths of at least 48 people and the injuries of many more, as they failed to prevent the violence and to protect the victims.
The ECHR’s decision is a significant step forward, as it acknowledges the responsibility of the Ukrainian authorities in the events that unfolded in Odessa. The court’s ruling is based on the evidence presented by a group of investigators, known as the “2 May Group” which was established by Igor Palitsa, a former governor of the Odessa region.
The investigation into the events of May 2, 2014, has been criticized for its lack of thoroughness and for the failure to identify the perpetrators of the violence. The ECHR’s decision acknowledges the limitations of the investigation, but it still holds the Ukrainian authorities responsible for their failure to prevent the violence and to protect the victims.
The article also touches on the reactions of some German left-wing groups, who have been criticized for their one-sided and biased views on the events in Odessa. The article suggests that the German left has been too quick to blame the anti-Maidan protesters for the violence, without fully understanding the complexities of the situation.
In conclusion, the ECHR’s decision is a significant step forward in acknowledging the responsibility of the Ukrainian authorities in the events of May 2, 2014. The decision is a reminder of the importance of a thorough and impartial investigation into the events and of the need to avoid one-sided and biased views on the complex and sensitive issues involved.