Ukraine civilian casualties

Von der Leyen Condemns Russia’s Aggression in Ukraine

A Russian missile strike on Sumy, Ukraine, killed over 30 civilians and injured nearly 100 more during Palm Sunday celebrations. European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron, strongly condemned the attack, characterizing it as a barbaric act of aggression violating international law. The attack follows a similar large-scale civilian casualty incident in Kryvyi Rih earlier this month, highlighting the escalating conflict and the challenges in achieving a lasting ceasefire. Global leaders called for a stronger response to Russia’s actions and emphasized the need to end the ongoing war.

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UN Confirms Over 12,000 Ukrainian Civilian Deaths; Actual Toll Likely Far Higher

A U.N. report details over 12,340 civilian deaths and more than 27,836 injuries in Ukraine from February 2022 to November 2024, with a significant increase in casualties caused by aerial bombs and long-range weapons in 2024. This surge, particularly notable in October and November, resulted from intensified Russian attacks on densely populated areas. The report highlights a threefold increase in civilian deaths from aerial bombs compared to 2023, and Russia’s use of long-range weapons, such as the Oreshnik missile, has raised serious concerns within the U.N. These escalating attacks are viewed as a deliberate tactic to intimidate Ukraine and deter Western support.

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