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UN Reports Sharp Rise in Civilian Casualties in Russia-Ukraine War
The United Nations has reported a steep rise in civilian casualties in the Russia-Ukraine war during the first half of 2026. This indicates a significant increase in the human cost of the conflict.
21 Jul, 09:57 — 21 Jul, 16:31
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Al JazeeraMostly Factual4d ago
Steep rise in civilian casualties in Russia-Ukraine war, UN says
Increasing use of long-range missiles and drones against targets far from the front line is worsening the civilian toll.
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Russia-Ukraine war: First half of 2026 sees sharp rise in civilian casualties
The first six months of 2026 saw a steep rise in the number of civilians killed or wounded in the war between Russia and Ukraine, the UN said Tuesday. Both Moscow and Kyiv have increased the number of air strikes targeting vital infrastructure as the Russian invasion grinds into its fifth year.
By FRANCE 24
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First report: France 24 · 21 Jul, 09:57|Full coverage: 2 · 7h|Window: 7h
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