Russian drone attacks kill at least four in Ukraine.
At least four people died in Russian drone attacks on Ukraine. President Zelenskyy called the attacks ‘pure terror’. The attacks caused damage to buildings and injured people.
The attacks occurred overnight on Saturday and targeted various regions of Ukraine, including Odesa and the Tcherkasy region. Russian forces launched over 270 drones, with many being intercepted. A maternity hospital and residential buildings were damaged. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated the attacks were a response to a ceasefire proposal. One person died in Russia due to a Ukrainian drone strike.
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Highlights
Multiple Deaths in Drone Attacks
At least five people were killed in Russian drone attacks on Ukraine.
Zelenskyy Describes Attacks as Terror
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy described the attacks as ‘pure terror’ targeting civilians.
Russian Drone Strike in Russia
A Ukrainian drone strike resulted in the death of a civilian in the Belgorod region of Russia.
Damage to Ukrainian Infrastructure
Russian strikes caused damage to a port, a maternity hospital, and residential buildings in Ukraine.
Over 270 Drones Launched
Russian forces launched over 270 drones in attacks on Ukraine.
Perspectives
- Russian forces launched drone attacks on Ukraine.
- At least four people were killed in the attacks.
- The attacks caused damage to buildings and infrastructure.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy described the attacks as ‘pure terror’.
The attacks are deliberate terror against civilians, a response to Ukraine's ceasefire proposal and Easter truce request.
NOS Nieuws, RFI
The attacks are a massive, ongoing operation exceeding typical daytime operations, likely targeting strategic ports.
NOS Nieuws