**Russian Attacks on Ukraine Continue, Leaving Death and Destruction in Their Wake**
Over the past day, Russian attacks against Ukraine have resulted in devastating consequences for civilians. At least three people have been killed, while 37 others have been injured in various regions across the country.
The impact of these attacks has been widespread, with Russia launching strikes at multiple locations in different oblasts (regions). In Donetsk Oblast, two people were killed and 11 others were injured in the city of Kramatorsk. The embattled town of Pokrovsk also suffered injuries to six people, while another person was hurt in Kostiantynivka and one more in Sviatohorivka.
In Zaporizhzhia Oblast, a 63-year-old man was killed and five others were injured in the Zaporizhzhia district. The region bore the brunt of Russian aggression, with 614 strikes launched across 12 localities over the past day.
**Targets Spread Across Ukraine**
The targets of these attacks have been varied, reflecting Russia’s broader goals. In Kherson Oblast, six people were injured as a result of Russian strikes against 32 settlements, including the regional center of Kherson.
In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Russian forces attacked the Synelnykove district, causing injuries to a 35-year-old woman and two children – a 4-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl. Another attack in Marhanets community resulted in the injury of a 25-year-old man.
The city of Kharkiv was also targeted, with two men aged 51 and 54 suffering injuries from Russian strikes against the town of Kupiansk.
**Commentary**
These latest developments underscore the enduring nature of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. Despite international condemnation and efforts to broker peace, the Kremlin seems committed to pursuing a course of action that prioritizes military might over human life.
As news editor Kateryna Hodunova noted in her report for the Kyiv Independent, these attacks demonstrate a fundamental disregard for civilian safety and the rule of law. The fact that Ukraine’s air defense systems were able to intercept 44 drones while another 28 reached their targets at nine locations underscores the ongoing challenges facing Ukrainian authorities.
**The Human Toll**
While statistics can convey some understanding of the scale of destruction wrought by these attacks, they cannot capture the full depth of human suffering involved. Behind each number lies a story – one of loss, trauma, and the ongoing struggle to survive in the face of overwhelming odds.
In this context, it is crucial that international leaders take concrete steps to support Ukraine’s fight against Russian aggression, not least by providing meaningful aid and advocating for an immediate end to hostilities.
