In brief
In a devastating incident, twelve miners were killed by a Russian drone strike in eastern Ukraine while traveling home from work. DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy firm, reported the attack on a bus in Dnipropetrovsk region, which also left at least 15 people injured. This attack occurred amid ongoing violence, including strikes on civilian infrastructure, contradicting Russia's purported promise to avoid such actions during a harsh winter cold snap. The situation remains dire as Ukraine continues to navigate the complexities of the war and seek international support.
Twelve miners have been killed by a Russian drone strike in eastern Ukraine, the country's largest private energy firm has said. DTEK reported that a bus carrying workers home after their shift in the Dnipropetrovsk region was targeted in the attack that occurred on a Sunday. At least 15 others sustained injuries as a result of the strike, according to state emergency services.Earlier, additional attacks claimed the lives of at least two others and left nine injured in various incidents, including a drone strike that hit a maternity hospital in Zaporizhzhia, injuring six and raising concerns about the safety of civilians amid the ongoing conflict.These strikes occurred despite Russia's recent agreement not to target population centers and energy infrastructure during the current cold snap affecting the region. Moscow confirmed the attacks as part of its military strategy, while Ukrainian officials condemned them as proof of a war conducted against civilians.In other updates, the humanitarian impact of the conflict remains severe as strikes continue in regions close to the frontline, although cities like Kyiv have seen relative calm in recent days. This follows targeted efforts to attack Ukraine's power grid, leaving many citizens without essential services in freezing temperatures.As international leaders prepare for peace discussions, including an upcoming meeting in Abu Dhabi, the humanitarian crisis continues to escalate, drawing urgent calls for support on the ground.
