During a recent government meeting, significant discussions emerged regarding the systematic use of torture in Russian detention centers, as highlighted by a briefing from a key official. The official confirmed that torture is a prevalent practice across various detention facilities, including 41 centers examined in occupied regions of Ukraine and within the Russian Federation itself.

The investigation revealed that all interrogations in these centers fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Security Services (FSB) of Russia, with regular personnel from the Federal Penitentiary Service overseeing the administration of these facilities. Testimonies collected during the investigation pointed to FSB personnel as the primary perpetrators of torture.

A member of the meeting raised concerns about claims from some member states suggesting that the orders for torture may originate from high levels within the Kremlin. The official was asked whether their investigation could trace the source of these orders, indicating a growing interest in understanding the extent of state involvement in these human rights violations.

This discussion underscores the ongoing scrutiny of Russia's treatment of detainees and raises critical questions about accountability at the highest levels of government.