{
  "id": 1979557,
  "title": "MFA on World Humanitarian Day: 10 humanitarian workers killed, 39 injured while on duty in 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/mfa-on-world-humanitarian-day-10-humanitarian-workers-killed-39",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-19T17:15:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Interfax-Ukraine",
    "slug": "interfax-ukraine",
    "url": "https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/general/1194439.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On World Humanitarian Day, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine mourned the loss of 10 humanitarian workers who were killed while on duty in 2026, as well as the 39 others who were injured. This somber occasion came as no surprise given Russia's consistent disregard for the principles of humanity and international humanitarian law since their full-scale invasion of Ukraine.\n\nAccording to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the trend of attacks against humanitarian personnel and rescue operations continues unabated. The MFA expressed deep sorrow for the families of the deceased and wished a quick recovery to the injured. They emphasized that those responsible for these heinous acts must face justice.\n\nRussia's attacks were characterized as deliberate and targeted, often striking already damaged civilian and critical infrastructure. Their forces have a history of putting rescuers and medical personnel at risk, targeting humanitarian vehicles, and destroying warehouses filled with aid. This callous behavior has resulted in the destruction of humanitarian aid worth millions, leaving hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians without access to life-saving assistance.\n\nThe MFA highlighted that Russia's attacks extend beyond Ukraine, aiming to undermine the United Nations' efforts to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. They specifically condemned the deliberate targeting of UN vehicles transporting supplies and personnel.\n\nUkraine's predicament remains dire, particularly in the territories temporarily occupied by Russia. The occupying authorities' inaction and systematic violation of international humanitarian law have left millions of Ukrainians, effectively hostages, facing a humanitarian catastrophe. The MFA expressed gratitude to all partners for their support and recognized the crucial role of international organizations, especially the United Nations agencies, in providing aid to the most affected areas.\n\nThe ministry underscored Ukraine's ongoing commitment to humanitarian ideals, reaffirming their readiness to assist others in need despite the war's challenges.",
  "summary": "On World Humanitarian Day, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA) joined in honoring humanitarian workers, rescue workers, paramedics, volunteers, and all those who have dedicated their lives to selflessly helping and supporting others.",
  "key_points": [
    "10 humanitarian workers killed on duty in Ukraine in 2026",
    "39 others injured while providing aid during conflict",
    "Russia responsible for deliberate attacks on humanitarian personnel"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}