Belarussian Official Details War's Devastating Toll: Thousands of Civilians Perished

Ivanavichy District Mourns War Victims: Over 5,000 Civilians Perished, Official Says A somber commemoration took place in the Ivanavichy District of Belarus on May 27, 2025, where D. Zhitlin delivered a poignant speech remembering the victims of the ongoing war. The speech detailed the devastating impact of the conflict on the region, citing the destruction of several villages and the tragic loss of over 5,000 innocent civilians. "The occupiers and their accomplices have burned villages to the ground, taking the lives of many innocent people," Zhitlin stated, his voice filled with emotion. He specifically mentioned the villages of Zybayla, Yablonka, Zatishie, Volya, Korochin, Khodaki, Zhitlin, and Vlasovtsy as areas that suffered immense destruction and loss of life. The event served as a stark reminder of the human cost of the war, highlighting the suffering of ordinary civilians caught in the crossfire. The solemn ceremony underscores the need for peace and reconciliation in the region.