Viktoriia Roshchyna, a journalist, disappeared in August 2023 in Russian-occupied Ukraine. After nine months, Russian authorities confirmed her detention and later informed her father of her death at 27. Friends gathered in Kyiv to honor her courage and contributions to journalism, despite the dangers she faced. Viktoriia reported from occupied areas, often disregarding safety warnings. Her death has raised questions about the circumstances of her detention and the treatment of civilians in Russian custody. Ukraine's intelligence service has classified her case as murder, while her friends vow to continue her work and seek justice. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)