As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate, a new wave of airstrikes has left at least 21 people dead and many more injured. The latest attacks, which occurred overnight, have sparked renewed calls from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the international community to increase sanctions against Russia. The airstrikes, which targeted several regions in Ukraine, resulted in significant loss of life and damage to infrastructure.
In the Donetsk region, 17 people were killed, with 11 of those deaths occurring in the city of Dobropillya, where 30 others were also injured. Another six people were killed in other parts of the region. Additionally, three people were killed and seven injured in a drone attack in the city of Kharkiv, while a 54-year-old man was killed in the Kherson region when a drone dropped a bomb on his car.
President Zelenskyy has condemned the attacks, stating that Russia deliberately targeted rescue teams and civilians. He emphasized that the attacks demonstrate Russia’s unchanged goals and underscore the need for continued support from the international community. “It is crucial that we do everything to protect lives, strengthen our air defense, and increase sanctions against Russia,” Zelenskyy said, adding that all financial support for Russia must be halted.
The latest attacks come after US President Donald Trump warned that he is considering imposing significant sanctions and trade restrictions on Russia in response to its previous airstrikes on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to launch its own attacks on Russian territory, with the Russian Ministry of Defense reporting that it shot down and destroyed 31 Ukrainian drones overnight.
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in significant human suffering and economic losses. As the situation continues to deteriorate, it remains to be seen how the international community will respond to the growing crisis. With the death toll mounting and tensions escalating, it is clear that a resolution to the conflict is urgently needed.
Sources:
– BBC News