More than 20,500 Ukrainian children have been deported by Russia, and 2,790 had been returned home as of November.

Open Claimed by European Union (High Representative and EEAS) on 11 November 2026.

Next check: 18 November 2026.

The statement

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said more than 20,500 Ukrainian children had been deported by Russia, of whom 2,790 had been returned home as of November, and that the evidence of Russia's organised campaign pointed to a crime against humanity, Interfax-Ukraine and Suspilne reported.

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1. Where the claim was made Interfax-Ukraine Media · Independent origin: EU High Representative Kaja Kallas remarks, 11 Nov · published 2026-11-11 00:00 UTC
2. Where the claim was made Interfax-Ukraine Media · Independent origin: EU High Representative Kaja Kallas remarks, 11 Nov · published 2026-11-11 00:00 UTC
3. Where the claim was made Suspilne Media · Not yet classified origin: EU High Representative Kaja Kallas remarks, 11 Nov · published 2026-11-11 00:00 UTC

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