Claims Submission Process Commences For Register Of Damage For Ukraine

The Register of Damage for Ukraine (the Register) opened its claims submission process on 2 April 2024. The Register represents an important effort to document the impact of the conflict and collect and process claims for damages resulting from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The launch of the claims submission process is a pivotal moment in that effort. Moreover, the integration of the Ukrainian government services app and portal, Diia, represents an important example of how digital technology can be employed to facilitate legal processes in the aftermath of conflict.

The Register and its governance

The Register was established in May 2023 by the Council of Europe and supported by a number of other states, including Canada, Japan and the United States. The Register was intended to serve as a documentary record of the damage and loss caused by Russia on or after the Russian invasion (24 February 2022) within the territory of Ukraine, including its territorial