The Wisconsin Legislature has introduced Senate Joint Resolution 103, which condemns the actions of the Russian Federation in Ukraine, particularly focusing on the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia. The resolution highlights various violations of international law, including the Genocide Convention, which Russia is a party to, and details the systematic efforts by Russian authorities to abduct Ukrainian children, often separating them from their families. It cites specific incidents, such as the attack on a maternity hospital and the forced adoptions facilitated by Russian officials, as evidence of these violations.
The resolution asserts that these actions not only contravene Russia's obligations under international law but also aim to undermine Ukraine's cultural and national identity by targeting its future generation. It expresses concern over the increased risks faced by children in the context of the ongoing conflict, including human trafficking, exploitation, and deprivation of basic needs. Ultimately, the Wisconsin Legislature holds the Russian government accountable for these actions and calls for an end to the abduction and illegal adoption of Ukrainian children, condemning these practices in the strongest terms.