Last year was Ukraine's deadliest for civilians since 2022, UN says
Summary
The United Nations reported 2025 as the deadliest year for civilians in Ukraine since 2022. Increased violence from the conflict with Russia resulted in at least 2,514 civilian deaths, a significant rise from previous years. The conflict also led to many people losing access to basic services like electricity during harsh winter conditions.Key Facts
- In 2025, at least 2,514 civilians died in Ukraine due to conflict-related violence.
- This death toll rose from 2,088 in 2024 and 1,974 in 2023.
- The deadliest attack in 2025 was in Ternopil, killing 38 civilians, including eight children.
- There was a 31% increase in civilian deaths and injuries in 2025 compared to 2024, and a 70% increase since 2023.
- Over 14,534 civilians have died since the conflict began in February 2022.
- Russia targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure with missiles, causing power outages amid freezing temperatures.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky reported missile attacks that caused both civilian casualties and significant damage to infrastructure.
- Ukraine conducted a counterattack on a drone manufacturing plant in Russia's Rostov region.
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