'In the case of Russia's actions in Ukraine, we have examined the evidence. We know the legal standards, and there is no doubt: these are crimes against humanity,' VP said at the Munich Security Conference, receiving applause from the audience.
Vice President Kamala Harris has accused Russia of committing"crimes against humanity" in a speech she delivered on Saturday.
The vice president went on to warn anyone who has"perpetrated these crimes" will be held responsible. Additionally, she asked everyone in the audience to"renew their commitment" to accountability and the rule of law. Other U.S. politicians attending the Munich Security Conference included Senate leaders Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer , both of whom spoke on Friday. In McConnell's speech, he made an effort to assure that stories about Republican support for Ukraine wavering since the start of the war are false.
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