PECULIARITIES OF PROSECUTION FOR THE SYMBOLS OF THE MILITARY INVASION OF UKRAINE BY THE RUSSIAN OCCUPATION TOTALITARIAN REGIME

Abstract

The article is devoted to the study of prosecution for the symbols of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime may have its own peculiarities which should be taken into account. The author analyzes that it is first necessary to clearly define which symbols are considered to be symbols of the Russian occupation totalitarian regime. This may include military emblems, flags, signs, or anything associated with russian aggression and neo-nazi ideology.

It is determined that the legislation should clearly define what actions constitute violations using such symbols and that this can be included in the legislation on liability for propaganda of totalitarian or hostile ideologies of the russian Ffederation.

The purpose of this study is to determine the peculiarities of prosecution for the symbols of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime. In general, effective prosecution for the symbols of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime requires clear legislation, proportionate sanctions and ensuring compliance with international norms.

The author notes that the use of symbols associated with aggression and totalitarianism in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and on russian military equipment is also a clear manifestation of information warfare. It is noted that prosecution for the symbols of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime can help Ukraine effectively combat the propaganda of hostile ideologies and symbols associated with the aggressor state, while maintaining a balance between the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

The author substantiates the expediency of classifying the vest as a symbol of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime.

The author also draws attention to the introduction of amendments and proposals to the current Criminal Code of Ukraine and the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses. The article emphasizes that such legislative changes should include administrative and criminal liability for propaganda or public support of the military, occupation regime of russia, as well as for the use of symbols of the military invasion of Ukraine by the russian occupation totalitarian regime, especially in the context of the war against Ukraine.