July Sees Highest Civilian Casualties in Ukraine Since April 2022 Amid Intensified Russian Attacks
Summary
July 2023 marked the deadliest month for Ukraine since April 2022 with at least 377 civilians killed and over 2,100 injured due to intensified Russian missile and drone attacks, prompting calls from President Zelensky for more international air defense support.
Key Points
- July 2023 saw the highest number of civilian casualties in Ukraine since April 2022, with at least 377 killed and 2,129 injured.
- Russian forces increased the use of ballistic missiles, drones, and guided aerial bombs in attacks on Ukrainian cities including Kyiv.
- In the last week of July alone, Russia fired about 1,700 drones, over 1,630 guided bombs, and more than 50 ballistic missiles.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged international partners to provide more air defense systems such as the Patriot missile defense system.
