As the war in Ukraine enters its 950th day, the country continues to face devastating casualties and destruction. Recent developments on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, include multiple civilian deaths and injuries in cities like Kherson and Zaporizhia due to Russian artillery fire. Ukraine’s military also shot down 29 Iranian-made drones in a Russian attack.
In Donetsk, Russian troops reached the center of Vuhledar, with uncertainties about who controls the town. Over 100 civilians are still trapped in the area, which has been heavily affected by the ongoing conflict. Russia also reported capturing two more villages in Donetsk and Kharkiv.
Ukraine observed Defenders Day with a moment of silence to honor war dead, as tens of thousands of soldiers have been killed since the invasion began in 2022. The United Nations highlighted widespread Russian mistreatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war, while Ukraine’s Prosecutor General is investigating the killing of 16 captured soldiers near Pokrovsk.
In a political move, Russia detained 39 individuals accused of supporting “Ukrainian terrorist” groups, including nine teenagers. Some journalists who were detained for covering events related to the annexation of Ukrainian regions were released, albeit fined for alleged public disturbance.
NATO’s new Secretary-General Mark Rutte declared Ukraine as his top priority, emphasizing the international focus on the conflict. As the situation in Ukraine remains dire, with ongoing violence and humanitarian crises, diplomatic efforts and human rights concerns continue to be at the forefront of global attention.
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