How we help people affected by conflict in Ukraine - July 2026 update

The international armed conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine continues to devastate civilian life and critical infrastructure. Repeated strikes have damaged homes, hospitals, schools, water systems, and energy facilities, disrupting access to electricity, heating, healthcare, and other essential services. In early 2026, intensified attacks on energy infrastructure caused repeated outages during harsh winter months, making winterization a key operational priority for the ICRC.

Thanks to your support, this year, access to essential services such as water, sanitation, power, and heating was restored, maintained, or improved for more than 30,000 people. For example, repairs to the roof of the Kramatorsk Filtration Station restored a facility that treats 70% of the city’s water. More than 22,650 people received essential household items—sleeping bags, kitchen sets, blankets, water containers, and power banks—as well as emergency food and hot meals from community kitchens.

We continue to support 69 hospitals and 29 primary healthcare centers with medical equipment, medicines, and consumables to treat war‑wounded patients and people with chronic diseases near the frontline. All activities are carried out in close coordination with the Ukrainian Red Cross and other partners to avoid duplication and ensure effective assistance. In parallel, we continue our neutral and mandated work: visiting prisoners of war, acting as an intermediary, facilitating the repatriation of mortal remains, and supporting safe civilian crossings.

Ukraine is the ICRC's second largest operation globally.

Thank you for standing with us—and with people whose struggles may not always be seen but are urgently felt.