Ukrainian officials report sharp rise in civilian casualties amid intensified Russian air strikes
Ukraine's acting chief prosecutor said civilian deaths this year have surged, including many children, while the UN confirmed thousands killed since the war began and tens of thousands injured.
The acting Ukrainian prosecutor announced a steep increase in civilian fatalities this year, noting a tragic number of child victims. The United Nations' human-rights chief reported that thousands of civilians have been killed since the conflict started in February 2022, with injuries approaching tens of thousands. Both sources said the latest monthly figures are the highest since the war began, reflecting an escalation in Russian aerial attacks.
Why it matters
Rising civilian deaths signal escalating humanitarian crisis and intensifying conflict tactics.
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