UN reports sharp rise in civilian casualties in Ukraine during first half of 2026
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UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU)
Ukraine
August 4, 2026
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UN monitors confirmed 1,396 civilian deaths and 7,978 injuries in Ukraine in the first six months of 2026. June 2026 was the deadliest month for civilians since April 2022. Russian strikes on Kyiv overnight Monday killed at least 14 people. Rising civilian casualties also reported within Russian territory.
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