UN aid chief warns Russian drones threaten civilians and aid work in Ukraine
Summary
The United Nations humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher, warned that Russian drones are threatening civilians and aid workers in Ukraine, especially in the city of Kherson. These drone attacks make it harder for humanitarian organizations to deliver help and increase risks for civilians and emergency workers.Key Facts
- Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, visited Kherson, a city divided by the Dnipro River with Russian and Ukrainian forces on opposite sides.
- Russian drones, including kamikaze and surveillance types, frequently attack civilians, vehicles, and public transport in the region.
- Humanitarian workers, who are protected by international law, have been targeted, making aid delivery more difficult and dangerous.
- Local organizations carry out more than two-thirds of humanitarian operations funded through Ukraine’s humanitarian fund, and they report feeling unprotected.
- Fletcher called for more than $2 billion in funding for humanitarian aid in Ukraine this year, highlighting concerns over damage to civilian infrastructure ahead of winter.
- Damage to water, gas, and electricity systems could leave millions exposed during the cold months.
- The UN has reduced its humanitarian priorities worldwide due to funding shortages, even as the number of people in severe need has grown.
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