Ukraine: Situation Report, March 2026 [EN/UK]

HIGHLIGHTS

• The start of 2026 in Ukraine was marked by systematic attacks on energy infrastructure combined with extreme weather conditions, putting the most vulnerable people at grave risk.

• In February 2026, civilian casualties increased by more than 30 per cent year-on-year.

• Attacks and disruptions to basic services affected access to education and health care, resulting in an average loss of 16.5 learning days.

• Ongoing hostilities and front-line shifts forced at least 30,000 people to flee in search of safety.

• In January 2026, humanitarian organizations reached more than 950,000 people, mainly in front‑line regions.

• Assistance under the 2025–2026 Winter Response Plan reached 1.6 million people.

• The cascading impacts of widespread damage to critical infrastructure are expected to intensify humanitarian needs throughout the year, requiring sustained support.

  For more information, read: Humanitarian Situation Update (January - February 2026)