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Russia's war devastates Ukraine's agriculture and environment, causing immense civilian toll

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Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine has resulted in significant agricultural and environmental damage, alongside a high civilian casualty count. The conflict has destroyed numerous homes, infrastructure, and cultural sites, with the UN reporting July as the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since April 2022. Beyond the immediate human toll, the war has impacted Ukraine's vital agricultural sector, a major global exporter of grains and sunflower oil, through landmines, pollution, deforestation, and wildfires, affecting arable land and increasing greenhouse gas emissions. AI

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Russia's war devastates Ukraine's agriculture and environment, causing immense civilian toll

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Temnycky, Senior Contributor ·

    The Agricultural And Environmental Toll Of Russia’s War In Ukraine

    Russia’s ongoing full-scale invasion has damaged Ukraine’s agricultural sector and caused over $57 billion in environmental harm. Now, Ukraine is seeking accountability.

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