Russia's Drone Attacks Kill 16 Across Ukraine in 24 Hours

Russian forces have intensified their aerial assaults on Ukraine, launching drone attacks almost continuously into various regions for the past two days. The relentless strikes have caused significant casualties and damage across the country.

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For the past two days, the occupiers have been launching reactive drones into Ukrainian regions almost continuously, including Kyiv and the Kyiv region. Yesterday alone, an air alert was sounded 13 times in the capital, lasting more than 14 hours in total.

Over the last 24-hour period, these attacks claimed the lives of 16 people and left 50 others injured, as reported by Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko on Facebook. The ongoing "terror" by Russian forces has targeted civilian infrastructure, including food storage facilities, shopping centers, and postal terminals.

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Russians are continuing their terror today. They are attacking civilian facilities, food warehouses, shopping centers, postal terminals, and book warehouses.

Rescue operations are currently underway in the Kyiv region, which is experiencing the most severe impact. Emergency responders and police are working to mitigate the consequences of the attacks and document the damage. However, the persistent threat of further strikes has forced a temporary halt to some of these efforts.

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Rescuers are still working in the Kyiv region, where the situation is the most difficult. Police officers are working alongside them to help clear the consequences of the attacks and document crimes. Due to the recurring threat of further strikes, we are forced to suspend work.

Minister Klymenko reiterated his call for citizens to adhere to safety regulations amidst the heightened attacks. The continuous barrage highlights the ongoing severity of the conflict and its impact on civilian life in Ukraine.

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He once again urged citizens to follow safety rules.