Ukraine Accuses Russia of Systematic War Crimes at UN Security Council Meeting

• •Ukraine's envoy accused Russia of systematic war crimes at the UN Security Council.
• •Recent Russian attacks included over 3,600 drones and 1,350 guided bombs targeting civilians.
• •At least 17 civilians were killed in a recent assault on multiple Ukrainian cities.

During a UN Security Council meeting on April 21, 2026, Ukraine's envoy Andrii Melnyk accused Russia of systematic war crimes and crimes against humanity, highlighting recent attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure. Melnyk detailed that between March 30 and April 13, Russia launched over 3,600 strike drones and nearly 1,350 guided bombs, resulting in significant civilian casualties. He specifically mentioned a strike on Dnipro on April 14 that killed five civilians and injured 27, as well as a massive assault on multiple cities that killed at least 17 civilians, including a child. Melnyk emphasized the need for accountability and dismissed Russian claims regarding civilian casualties caused by Ukraine. The meeting was convened following intensified Russian shelling, which has raised concerns about the normalization of such atrocities. He also criticized Russia's disinformation efforts and asserted that Ukraine is actively supporting its partners in the Gulf region against Iranian threats.