Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, 2022, the conflict has transformed into a prolonged war of attrition characterized by significant casualties and a severe humanitarian crisis. Over $170 billion worth of damage has been inflicted upon Ukraine's infrastructure, particularly targeting housing, energy, and transport sectors. Cities like Kyiv, Bucha, and Mariupol have witnessed intense fighting and devastation, with images documenting the before-and-after impact of the war. The fallout includes a dramatic refugee crisis, alongside reports of the brutal realities faced by civilians amidst the ongoing conflict.
In the early weeks, Russian forces heavily shelled Irpin, attempting to breach Kyiv's defenses, leaving much of the residential areas and infrastructure in ruins.
The hardest-hit sectors include housing, energy, and transport, with devastation concentrated in Donetsk, Kharkiv, Luhansk, Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Kherson regions.
A cemetery worker takes a rest from working on the graves of civilians killed in Bucha, revealing the tragic aftermath of the Russian occupation.
The siege of Mariupol trapped civilians from the start, with the city completely encircled and vital shelters like the Drama Theatre destroyed.
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