**Russian Strikes Continue to Hit Ukraine, Causing Casualties and Damage**
Over the past day, Russian strikes across Ukrainian regions have resulted in at least one civilian fatality and over 30 injuries. The attacks were reported by regional authorities on August 12.
According to officials, Ukrainian defenses successfully intercepted 36 drones launched by Russian forces. However, 12 drones and three missiles managed to strike seven locations, causing significant damage to infrastructure and civilian properties.
One of the most severe attacks occurred in the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast on August 11. Governor Serhii Lysak reported that Russian forces launched dozens of attacks against this area, injuring six people and damaging an apartment building, houses, a gas pipeline, and other civilian properties.
In subsequent attacks overnight, a 55-year-old woman was injured in the same district. These attacks demonstrate the ongoing threat posed by Russian aggression to civilians in Ukraine.
**Donetsk Oblast Suffers Heavy Losses**
In Donetsk Oblast, Russian attacks resulted in one fatality and 13 injuries over the past day. According to Governor Vadym Filaskhin, a civilian was killed and another injured during an attack on Shakhove. Additionally, eight people were wounded in Bilozerske, two in Kostiantynivka, and one each in Pokrovsk and Illinivka.
**Regional Authorities Report Injuries and Damage**
Other regions also reported injuries and damage due to Russian attacks. In Kharkiv Oblast, a 78-year-old man was injured during an attack on the town of Kupiansk, according to Governor Oleh Syniehubov. Five people were injured in Kherson Oblast, with a high-rise building, 13 houses, a cell tower, a gas station, and other civilian properties damaged.
In Sumy Oblast, a man born in 1987 was injured during a Russian drone strike in the area of the city of Sumy. Three women were also injured in Zaporizhzhia Oblast due to Russian strikes against the Zaporizhzhia and Polohy districts, according to Governor Ivan Fedorov.
**Commentary**
These recent attacks demonstrate the ongoing commitment by Russia to continue its aggression against Ukraine. Despite efforts to defend themselves, Ukrainian civilians remain vulnerable to these attacks. As a result, it is essential for international leaders to continue supporting Ukraine’s defense and humanitarian efforts.
**Analysis**
The continued use of drones and missiles by Russian forces highlights their willingness to adapt tactics to evade defenses. This also underscores the importance of bolstering Ukraine’s air defense capabilities to mitigate the impact of these attacks.
It is crucial that the international community maintains its focus on providing support for Ukraine in this time of need.
