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Mr. Indrika Ratwatte, Acting ASG for Humanitarian Affairs, on behalf of Mr. Tom Fletcher, USG for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator – Briefing to the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine, 8 June 2026
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs ReliefWeb
· June 8, 2026
· 4 min read
. New York, 8 June 2026 Mr. President, Building on the political and security developments outlined by my colleague from the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs [Under Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo], allow me to highlight the humanitarian realities we are seeing across Ukraine. Th
Key takeaway Between last Friday and the early hours of today, at least 30 civilians were reported killed and over 200 injured across Ukraine.
Why this matters
The escalating humanitarian crisis in Ukraine highlights the dire need for adherence to international humanitarian law, particularly in protecting civilians and humanitarian personnel. The recent surge in civilian casualties, with at least 30 killed and over 200 injured, underscores the devastating consequences of increased attacks on urban areas. The targeting of hospitals, schools, and humanitarian premises, including a UN office in Kyiv, is a stark reminder of the vulnerability of these groups. The fact that humanitarian workers are not immune to these attacks, with seven vehicles damaged and aid workers injured in the Government-controlled Kherson region, further exacerbates the crisis. As the conflict continues to intensify, it is crucial that all parties respect the principles of international humanitarian law, prioritizing the protection of civilians and humanitarian personnel to mitigate the suffering of affected communities. The international community must hold perpetrators accountable for these unacceptable attacks.
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Category: disaster Published: June 8, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 4 min
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