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Ukraine: Killing of Civilians Should Never Be Normalized in War [EN/UK]
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs at ReliefWeb
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
. HUMANITARIAN COORDINATOR FOR UKRAINE, MATTHIAS SCHMALE, CONDEMNS ONE OF THE LARGEST RUSSIAN ATTACKS ON KYIV CITY DURING THE WAR Last night, many of Kyiv's three million residents and thousands more across the region spent up to 11 hours in shelters or taking cover at home to the terrifying sounds
Key takeaway Search and rescue operations are ongoing to save people trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed residential buildings, including a 15-year-old girl and her family.
Why this matters
The devastating attack on Kyiv city, resulting in at least 13 civilian deaths and nearly 90 injuries, highlights the dire need for adherence to international humanitarian law. As the conflict in Ukraine persists, the escalating civilian casualties, including health workers and children, underscore the urgency for protection of densely populated areas. The 40 percent increase in civilian casualties between December 2025 and May 2026 compared to the same period a year earlier is particularly alarming. Faith-based organizations and humanitarian groups, many of which are ECFA-accredited and trackable through public IRS Form 990 data, play a crucial role in providing aid and support to affected communities. As the situation continues to deteriorate, it is essential for these organizations to work in tandem with international efforts to ensure that civilians are protected and their needs are met. The ongoing search and rescue operations and provision of psychological support will be critical in addressing the immediate and long-term effects of this attack.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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