By Abida Kahlun
Bureau Chief Helsinki
Snn News Finland
Helsinki Twelve years after Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 people on board, Russia continues to deny responsibility despite the conviction of three men by a Dutch court, according to SNN News Finland.
The Attack on MH17
On July 17, 2014, MH17 was traveling from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur when it was struck by a Buk missile over Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. There were no survivors.
An international investigation identified the missile launcher as belonging to Russia’s 53rd Anti-Aircraft Missile Brigade, based in Kursk.
Dutch Court Convicts Three
Following the investigation, a Dutch court convicted three men for their roles in the attack. The source does not specify further details on the convictions, sentencing, or the men’s current whereabouts beyond noting they remain in Russia.
According to the report, those convicted remain in Russia, shielded from facing justice, despite the court ruling.
Russia’s Continued Denial
Twelve years on, Russia has not acknowledged responsibility for the downing of MH17. The Kremlin has not issued a public response to the anniversary statement from SNN News Finland.
Remembering the Victims
Marking the anniversary, SNN News Finland’s Helsinki Bureau Chief Abida Kahlun said the outlet remembers all 298 victims and stands with their families, adding that “justice delayed is not justice denied.”
The statement did not name the victims’ nationalities or provide further details on ongoing efforts to hold Russia accountable.
Map showing eastern Ukraine site where MH17 was shot down in 2014
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