Ole Solvang

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

“At first, there were terrible screams, but then they stopped. It was horrific.”
A residential building in Kyiv was hit overnight during Russia’s large-scale attack. At least 9 civilians from this building were killed, dozens injured.
For more on civilian harm in Ukraine: https://t.co/KGvD0PvGsV

[UN Human Rights @UNHumanRights]

In the last 24 hours Russian armed forces launched one of the largest long-range weapons attacks on Ukraine since their full-scale invasion. I deplore the resumption of these large-scale attacks which have resulted in civilian casualties across the country.

Attacks by long-range weapons are one of the leading causes of civilian casualties in Ukraine. Their expanded use in populated areas will only increase the already mounting toll on civilians.

The loss of civilian lives on both sides of the frontline from short-range drone attacks is also unacceptable.
Immediate de-escalation is urgently needed to save lives and halt further suffering – @volker_turk

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

In the last 24 hours, Russian armed forces launched a record-high number of long-range weapons across Ukraine, according to Ukrainian authorities. We are visiting impact sites to verify reports of civilian casualties.

The massive increase in the use of long-range weapons is one of the main reasons why civilian casualties in the first four months of 2026 were higher than in the same period in any of the last three years. In April, long-range weapons killed at least 84 civilians and injured 628, 43% of total civilian casualties.

For more information, see our protection of civilians update published yesterday: https://t.co/VuALGmLGDQ

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

More people were killed & injured in Ukraine in Jan-April 2026 than in the same period in any of the past 3 years.
In April 2026 alone: 238 killed, 1,404 injured.
So far in 2026: 815 killed, 4,174 injured (+21% vs 2025; +93% vs 2024 compared to the same period).
High civilian casualties continued in May.
Read more: https://t.co/VuALGmLGDQ

[Ole Solvang @OleSolvang]

More people were killed and injured in Ukraine in the first four months of 2026 than in the same period in any of the last three years.

@UNHumanRightsUA's monthly update on civilian harm in Ukraine: https://t.co/fnkpB5qIxR

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

At least 18 civilians were reportedly killed and more than 120 were injured in renewed Russian long-range missile and drone attacks on multiple cities across Ukraine that started on Wednesday evening and continued through the night. The attack struck Odesa, Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Kyiv, some of Ukraine largest cities.

Our team visited several impact sites in Kyiv, including one where a 12-year-old boy was killed in an overnight attack and talked to witnesses and victims. In total, the attack killed at least four civilians and injured 62, including four children, in the capital, according to local authorities.

In Odesa, one of the injured told us about a young couple - a 19-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man - who were killed in an early morning strike that damaged a residential building. They were among 9 people killed in the evening and overnight attacks on the city, according to local authorities.

This latest barrage is one of the deadliest single waves of attacks in recent weeks, bringing April’s verified civilian casualties so far to at least 91 killed and hundreds injured. The high number of civilian casualties in April follows a sharp rise in civilian deaths and injuries in March.

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Our February 2026 report:
🔹188 civilians killed & 757 injured – ­31%🔼 from Feb 2025 and ­83%🔼 from Feb 2024.
🔹Long‑range missiles & drones caused over a third of casualties.
🔹Short‑range drones remained the main threat near the frontline.
🔹Russian strikes on energy infrastructure disrupted electricity, heating & water nationwide.
👉https://t.co/cPJysgdA8W

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

We are looking for a Human Rights Officer (P4) to work in the field of administration of justice, specifically detention & trial monitoring.
🔹 Min 7 years of work experience in human rights/related area.
🔹 Master’s degree (or bachelor’s degree w/2 additional years of work experience) in law, political science/related field.
🔹 Ukrainian or Russian is desirable.
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[UN Human Rights @UNHumanRights]

#Russia's relentless attacks on energy infrastructure across #Ukraine are depriving an already long-suffering civilian population of adequate warmth, water & electricity, impacting all aspects of civilian life.
These attacks must stop - says @volker_turk.
https://t.co/LFK6o6yRlm

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Last night, Russian armed forces attacked several Ukrainian cities, once again targeting energy infrastructure.
Our team visited several locations in Odesa struck during a massive loitering munitions attack to document its impact on civilians. The attack damaged an energy facility, multiple residential buildings, private houses, and a kindergarten. At least 3 civilians were killed and dozens, including children, were injured according to local authorities.
Overnight attacks also hit several other cities and villages. An energy facility in Kharkiv City was severely damaged. The local authorities said up to 80% of the city lost electricity, and four civilians were reportedly injured.

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk said he was outraged by continued large-scale attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure: “I call on the Russian authorities to immediately cease these attacks. It is appalling to see civilians suffering in this way.”
👉 https://t.co/BolhBp11R7

[UN Human Rights @UNHumanRights]

#Ukraine: Ongoing attacks by #Russia are causing emergency power and heating outages across several regions.

@volker_turk urges Russia to stop these attacks immediately. It is appalling to see civilians suffering. Targeting civilians & essential infrastructure is a clear violation of the rules of war.

➡️ https://t.co/KTp3Jcq18S

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

2025 was the deadliest year for civilians in Ukraine since 2022.

🔹2,514 civilians killed, 12,142 injured (↑31% vs 2024)

🔹97% of casualties occurred in Government-controlled territory from attacks by Russian armed forces

🔹63% of casualties in frontline areas. Short-range drone casualties ↑120%

🔹Long-range weapons exposed civilians across the country to heightened risk

https://t.co/XJ39DTNrUv

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Dec 2025: Civilian casualties remained high. At least 157 killed and 888 injured, a 66% increase compared with Dec 2024. Long-range strikes accounted for 33% of casualties. 67% occurred near the frontline. 96% of casualties recorded in Government-controlled areas. Repeated attacks on energy infrastructure, including in Odesa region, caused prolonged outages. https://t.co/An7tD8mbW9

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Last night’s attack by the Russian Federation damaged a private medical facility in Kyiv. Our team visited the site today. Witnesses reported that 26 patients were present in the hospital at the time of the attack. One male patient was killed and at least one female patient was injured. All patients had to be transferred to other medical institutions.
The attack also damaged civilian infrastructure in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions, and killed a man in his house in Fastivskyi district, Kyiv region.
Find out more about the consequences and civilian harm from long-range strikes on Ukraine https://t.co/7skfsmGD1m

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Five civilians were killed when an aerial bomb struck Zaporizhzhia city last night. A team from HRMMU was at the site today to collect and verify information.

Aerial bombs killed at least 16 civilians and injured 80 in October.

For more information 👇 https://t.co/9KxsA4b0Pu

[UN Ukraine @UN_Ukraine]

@UNHumanRightsUA reports 214 civilians killed & 916 injured in Ukraine in Sept 2025. Energy infrastructure attacks rose by 15% compared to August. Behind every number is a life lost or at risk. #NotATarget

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Yesterday, a Russian drone struck a civilian bus near Ivolzhanske, Sumy region. 3 women (all over age 65) killed & at least 19 civilians reportedly injured – mostly older people. We’re following up on the circumstances of the attack.

Civilian casualties from short-range drones increased sharply in the last year. Read our report on drone attacks & civilian impact: https://t.co/vcm50EXEwG

[Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) @UNHumanRightsUA]

Earlier today, missiles launched by Russian armed forces struck the cities of #Dnipro & #Samar, Dnipropetrovsk region. Local authorities have said that the attack killed at least 11 civilians, injured 150+, incl 18 children, damaged dozens of educational & medical facilities & a train. Our team is on site to gather info.

[UN Human Rights @UNHumanRights]

#Ukraine: Last night’s assault on Kyiv—deadliest in nearly a year with reportedly 15 killed & 124+ injured—highlights grave threat to civilians of missile strikes & drone attacks by Russian armed forces. Our team visited affected sites, documenting damage & speaking to survivors.