Ukrainian civilian casualties surged by 26% in 2025, say researchers

<p>Exclusive: Figures said to reflect increased Russian military targeting of cities and infrastructure</p><p>Civilian casualties in Ukraine caused by bombing soared by 26% during 2025, reflecting increased Russian targeting of cities and infrastructure in the country, according a global conflict monitoring group.</p><p><a href="https://aoav.org.uk/">Action on Armed Violence</a> (AOAV) said 2,248 civilians were reported killed and 12,493 injured by explosive violence in Ukraine according to English-language reports – with the number of casualties an incident rising significantly.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/feb/16/ukrainian-civilian-casualties-surged-by-26-in-2025-say-researchers">Continue reading...</a>