Target: Ihor Klymenko, Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine
Goal: Ensure a thorough investigation and strict enforcement of animal cruelty laws following alleged beating and whipping of horses during a public festival.
Animal rights organisations have raised serious concerns after a video circulated online apparently showing horses being subjected to cruelty during a public festival. The footage appears to show horses forced to drag extremely heavy logs at speed while being struck or threatened with sticks or whips. The video has triggered widespread outrage and prompted a formal complaint to law enforcement authorities.
Police have confirmed that they are reviewing the footage and assessing whether the actions depicted constitute animal cruelty under criminal law. Officials stated that the video shows draft horses pulling heavy timber while a whip is waved near them and used to strike the ground, raising questions about the treatment of the animals involved. Following complaints from animal welfare groups, criminal proceedings have been initiated under laws addressing cruel treatment of animals.
Public festivals and cultural events must not become a cover for practices that cause animals pain, fear, or suffering. This petition calls for firm accountability to ensure that traditions and entertainment never override basic standards of animal welfare.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Minister Klymenko,
We are writing to express deep concern over reports of horse abuse during a festival, where video evidence appears to show animals being forced to pull excessively heavy logs and subjected to aggressive handling. Animal welfare organisations have stated that the horses may have been beaten or threatened with sticks and whips, causing unnecessary distress and potential injury.
Law enforcement has confirmed that an investigation is underway and that criminal proceedings have been initiated under provisions relating to cruelty to animals. We strongly urge your ministry to ensure that this investigation is conducted thoroughly, transparently, and without leniency for those found responsible.
Holding individuals accountable in cases of alleged animal cruelty is essential to uphold the law, protect animals from harm, and demonstrate that such actions will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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