Vice President Kamala Harris has determined that Russia has committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine. Harris made her remarks at the Munich Security Conference in Munich, Germany on Saturday, confirming previous reports of executions, torture, rape and other depraved acts against civilians.

"From the starting days of this unprovoked war, we have witnessed Russian forces engage in horrendous atrocities and war crimes," Harris said. "We have examined the evidence, we know the legal standards, and there is no doubt: These are crimes against humanity."

In addition to her remarks, the vice president emphasized the importance of justice for the victims and their families, noting that the international community is responsible for ensuring accountability.

"Justice must be served to the perpetrators," Harris said. "The international community has both a moral and strategic interest in pursuing these crimes, as a dangerous precedent is set for other authoritarian governments if international