# Zelenskyy calls for 'protection of life' as deadly Russian strikes continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged protecting civilian lives following a series of deadly Russian attacks across Ukraine. The comments came amid fresh assaults that resulted in multiple casualties. This highlights the ongoing humanitarian toll of the war and Ukraine's need for international support.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2026/7/30/photos-zelenskyy-urges-protection-of-life-amid-deadly-russian-attacks?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:10:07 +0000
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/aug/01/ukraine-russia-zelenskyy-spain-france-wildfires-climate-heatwave-ceuta-morocco) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:42:14 GMT
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/aug/05/europe-ukraine-russia-kyiv-zelenskyy-heatwave-austria-hungary-poland-czech-republic-latest-news-updates) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:36:50 GMT