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The UN report details widespread torture and inhumane treatment of Ukrainian civilians held by Russian forces in occupied territories, including physical and psychological abuse, with over 92% of released detainees reporting torture, highlighting severe violations of international humanitarian law.
A Ukrainian teenager, Evhen Ihnatov, recounts the brutal impact of Russian occupation in Kherson, including the death of his mother, the abduction of his brother, and widespread mistreatment and propaganda against Ukrainians, highlighting the human toll and atrocities committed during the conflict.
The Ukrainian town of Avdiivka, located on the frontline of the conflict with pro-Moscow separatists, has been left in ruins as Russia intensifies its assault. Most of the city's residents have already fled, but around 1,600 people remain, relying on the White Angels unit to evacuate them to safety. The city's infrastructure has been decimated, with buildings destroyed and supply lines disrupted. Despite the destruction, the Ukrainian military continues to hold the line, inflicting losses on the Russian forces. Avdiivka's hospital is still operational but lacks the resources to provide advanced care. The situation remains tense, with constant shelling and small arms battles.