The United Nations human rights office (OHCHR) has disclosed that at least 847 civilians including 64 children have been killed in Ukraine between February 24 and March 18.
Recall that Russian troops had invaded Ukraine on February 24, leading to casualties on both sides and the displacement of many people.
According to the BBC, the number of casualties reported by the OHCHR shows an increase of 31 deaths compared to the previous daily update.
The UN office said an additional 1,399 civilians, including 78 children, have been injured.
“Most of the civilian casualties recorded were caused by the use of explosive weapons with a wide impact area, including shelling from heavy artillery and multiple-launch rocket systems, and missile and air strikes,” the OHCHR was quoted as saying.
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