Russian forces have again struck Ukrainian peaceful territory, launching a missile attack on a multi-story residential building in the city of Kramatorsk, Donetsk region
The incident occurred on the evening of June 21 and is another testament to the brutality of the ongoing aggression, which has been continuing for over a year. According to preliminary reports, there are casualties as a result of the attack, and another person may still be trapped under the rubble, requiring urgent assistance. The head of the Kramatorsk City Military Administration, Oleksandr Honcharenko, reported that the attack was carried out by missile or artillery strikes, though the exact extent of the devastation is still being clarified. "Russian forces launched an attack on a multi-story building in Kramatorsk. According to initial information, there are victims. Unfortunately, another person may remain under the debris, possibly caught in the rubble," he stated. "An active rescue operation is underway, involving rescuers and medical personnel who are working to extricate the victims and provide assistance to those injured." This tragedy is yet another illustration of how the destruction of civilian objects and widespread shelling are destroying lives and affecting the peaceful population in eastern Ukraine. Local residents are currently in a state of alarm and are fighting to preserve their lives. Since the beginning of the war, the security situation in this area remains extremely tense. The history of violent attacks in Kramatorsk is not limited to this single incident. According to Ukrainian military and local authorities, on June 9, the city was targeted by a drone attack using a "Lightning" drone, which again highlights Russia's attitude toward the civilian population by employing various tactics and means of destruction. Earlier in June, the central part of the city was also subjected to shelling, causing damage to civilian objects and spreading an atmosphere of panic among residents. Local authorities continue to urge residents to stay vigilant and follow safety recommendations. Efforts are also ongoing to deliver humanitarian aid, restore infrastructure, and support those affected. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian government calls on the international community to intensify pressure on the Russian leadership to end this wave of violence and prevent similar tragedies in the future. Overall, this news once again underscores the destructive scale of the war and the urgent need for continuous support for Ukraine from the global community in the fight for peace, sovereignty, and the safety of the Ukrainian people.