Oleksiy Koval, a Ukrainian citizen who reported being beaten by Ukrainian border guards, has officially requested asylum in Moldova. TVR Moldova reports this, citing police sources.
Health condition and location
The man is currently in a hospital in the city of Soroca. According to available information, he has been diagnosed with a concussion.
State Border Guard Service response
Andriy Demchenko, spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, stated that an internal investigation has been launched in Ukraine regarding this incident. The servicemen have been suspended from their duties pending the outcome of the review.
Actions by Moldovan authorities
Two Ukrainian border guards detained on Moldovan territory in connection with this incident have already been handed over to Ukraine. Their boat and weapons were confiscated as part of a criminal investigation.
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