UN Security Council Urges Immediate Ceasefire Amid Intensifying Attacks in Ukraine
July 26, 2025 | United Nations, Federal
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The United Nations Security Council convened to discuss the escalating situation in Ukraine, highlighting a significant rise in civilian casualties and the urgent need for a ceasefire. Miroslav Yansha, addressing the council, reported that civilian casualties in Ukraine have reached a three-year high, with 6,754 civilians killed or injured in the first half of 2025 alone. The ongoing barrage of Russian missiles and drones has intensified, particularly affecting major cities like Kyiv and Odessa.
In July, Ukrainian authorities reported over 5,183 long-range munitions launched by Russia, including a record 728 drones. The attacks have not only devastated frontline areas but have also impacted western regions, with cities like Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk experiencing their heaviest aerial assaults of the war. Notable incidents include a Russian strike on a metro station in Kyiv, which resulted in significant civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure, including schools and hospitals.
Yansha also addressed the humanitarian implications of the conflict, noting that the total cost of reconstruction in Ukraine is estimated at $524 billion. The recent Ukraine recovery conference in Rome secured over $11 billion in pledged funding to support long-term recovery efforts.
The meeting underscored the precarious safety of Ukraine's nuclear sites amid ongoing military actions. The International Atomic Energy Agency has raised concerns about drone attacks near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, emphasizing the need for heightened attention to nuclear safety.
In a hopeful note, Yansha mentioned ongoing diplomatic efforts, including recent talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul. The UN continues to advocate for a ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation. The council unanimously adopted a resolution calling for peaceful dispute resolution and the inclusion of women and youth in these efforts.
The rising human toll of the conflict highlights the urgency for an immediate ceasefire, which is seen as a crucial first step towards achieving a just and lasting peace in accordance with international law and the UN Charter.
In July, Ukrainian authorities reported over 5,183 long-range munitions launched by Russia, including a record 728 drones. The attacks have not only devastated frontline areas but have also impacted western regions, with cities like Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk experiencing their heaviest aerial assaults of the war. Notable incidents include a Russian strike on a metro station in Kyiv, which resulted in significant civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure, including schools and hospitals.
Yansha also addressed the humanitarian implications of the conflict, noting that the total cost of reconstruction in Ukraine is estimated at $524 billion. The recent Ukraine recovery conference in Rome secured over $11 billion in pledged funding to support long-term recovery efforts.
The meeting underscored the precarious safety of Ukraine's nuclear sites amid ongoing military actions. The International Atomic Energy Agency has raised concerns about drone attacks near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, emphasizing the need for heightened attention to nuclear safety.
In a hopeful note, Yansha mentioned ongoing diplomatic efforts, including recent talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul. The UN continues to advocate for a ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation. The council unanimously adopted a resolution calling for peaceful dispute resolution and the inclusion of women and youth in these efforts.
The rising human toll of the conflict highlights the urgency for an immediate ceasefire, which is seen as a crucial first step towards achieving a just and lasting peace in accordance with international law and the UN Charter.
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