Ukraine Civilian Casualty Toll Peaks in May, UN Reports
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UN monitors have recorded the highest number of civilian casualties in Ukraine in May, marking the worst month in four years. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) noted that the toll rose sharply across multiple regions, with the most affected areas including the Donetsk and Kharkiv provinces.
The report, released by the UN, cites a significant increase in deaths and injuries among civilians, attributing the surge to intensified military operations and shelling. UN officials emphasized the urgent need for protection measures and humanitarian assistance.
This spike follows a broader pattern of escalating violence in eastern Ukraine, underscoring the growing humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict.
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