Ukraine’s International Register of Damage Opens 2 New Damage Claim Categories

The Register of Damage Caused by the Aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine (RD4U) has expanded its list of claim categories, enabling Ukraine to seek compensation from Russia for war-related expenses. President Iryna Mudra announced the introduction of two new categories, B4 and B5, on August 13. Category B4 pertains to "Humanitarian Public Expenditures to Support the Affected Population," while B5 covers "Demining and Clearance of Unexploded Ordnance."

Mudra emphasized the importance of documenting these costs, stating that they represent significant expenditures for Ukraine due to Russia's aggression. She highlighted various aspects covered under these categories, including evacuation, temporary housing, medical treatment, and demining operations. The new categories are now accessible to central, regional, and local authorities, allowing them to submit claims related to these expenditures.

Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Presidential Office, stated that Ukraine is diligently tracking the costs of Russian aggression and intends to hold Russia accountable for every hryvnia spent on overcoming the consequences of the conflict. As of August 14, almost 23% of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by mines, with a full clearance expected to take at least 10 years and cost around $1,400 per hectare.

Currently, the RD4U comprises 23 categories of claims, covering issues such as involuntary displacement, death or disappearance of family members, sexual violence, and forced labor. The register, established in The Hague in 2025, has already gained the participation of 44 states and the European Union, facilitating Ukraine's efforts to seek compensation for the damage caused by Russian war crimes.