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Published Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:30 PM ET

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More Than 15,800 People Killed in Russia's All-out War on Ukraine

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More than 15,800 people have been killed in Russia's war on Ukraine. Nearly 800 children are among those killed.
Confidence: Medium
Source basis: Al Jazeera.
Edition source notes · View source list
1. USNI News - MQ-25A Stingray Certified to Enter Low-Rate Initial Production 2. Euronews - UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from Iraq 3. Atlantic Council - Ukraines experience can teach Europe how to defend against Russia 4. Al Jazeera - More than 15,800 people killed in Russias all-out war on Ukraine: UN
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