510 people killed by mines and explosive objects in Ukraine since Russia's invasion began, including 26 children
Since the start of Russia's full-scale military invasion, 1,757 people in Ukraine have been harmed by mines and other explosive objects. Of them, 510 died, and another 1,247 were injured, Ukraine's Defense Ministry reported on Oct. 31.
In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, 510 individuals have tragically lost their lives, with 26 of them being children, as a direct result of encountering mines and explosive devices, according to reports from Ukraine's Defense Ministry. This grim tally, which includes a further 1,247 injured persons, encompasses a broad spectrum of victims, including retirees, farmers, drivers, schoolchildren, essential infrastructure workers, and demining professionals.
The ministry has documented 1,256 such incidents, emphasizing the extensive impact of these hazards.
The data was unveiled during an event dedicated to the adoption of an international standard aimed at supporting victims of explosive devices. This standard encompasses essential services such as medical care, rehabilitation, psychological and psychosocial support, as well as financial and educational assistance to those affected. The ministry highlighted the importance of this initiative in addressing the multifaceted needs of those injured by these pernicious devices.
Furthermore, on October 16, the United Nations Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) released a report indicating that September 2026 witnessed the highest number of civilian casualties in a single month since the full-scale Russian invasion commenced. Specifically, at least 328 civilians were killed and 2,105 wounded during this period, marking an increase of 85% compared to September 2025.
The report attributes the majority of these fatalities and injuries to missile and long-range drone strikes, which accounted for 53% of all civilian casualties, resulting in 165 deaths and 1,119 injuries. Short-range drone attacks followed as the second leading cause, responsible for 23% of the month's civilian casualties, with 87 deaths and 475 injuries.
The HRMMU's findings underscore the pressing need for international intervention and support to mitigate the devastating consequences of these ongoing hostilities.
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