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Amidst the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine, a recent attack from the Russian forces on the city of Nikopol has injured at least eight people, including a toddler and a 10-year-old girl. The information was confirmed by Serhiy Lysak, the local governor, in a statement released on Monday.
The early morning strike targeted residential areas, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos. Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the scene, where they worked tirelessly to rescue victims trapped under the rubble of shattered buildings. The injured, including the two young children, were swiftly transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care.
Governor Lysak condemned the attack, calling it a “deliberate act of terror against innocent civilians.” He stressed that such acts violate international humanitarian law and called for global condemnation of Russia’s actions. “This ruthless attack on our city will not go unanswered,” Lysak asserted, vowing to continue defending Ukraine’s sovereignty and the safety of its citizens.
Local authorities reported significant damage to infrastructure, with several homes, a school, and a hospital suffering extensive destruction. The governor’s office is currently assessing the full scale of the damage and coordinating with humanitarian organizations to provide immediate relief and support to the affected families.
The international community has reacted with alarm and dismay. The United Nations and various human rights organizations have repeatedly called for an end to hostilities and the protection of civilians in conflict zones. This latest attack is expected to intensify calls for stronger international intervention and sanctions against Russia.
In response to the attack, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his call for increased military and humanitarian aid from Western allies. He emphasized the urgent need for advanced defense systems to protect Ukrainian cities from further aggression.As the conflict in Eastern Ukraine continues to escalate, the human toll mounts, with countless families caught in the crossfire.