Russian strikes in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, have killed at least 30 people, with 18 wounded, as authorities confirm the attack on two buses. The incident follows a recent missile strike that killed 22, including five children, in Chernigiv region.
The attack involved a glide bomb, according to Ukrainian police, and images show the aftermath of the strike. The city council condemned the attack as a 'horrific crime' against civilians. Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, including a strike on a Yandex data center in Ryazan region.
Kramatorsk, a key city in the Donetsk region, is part of Ukraine's 'fortress belt' defense. The city council called for relocation of civilians to safer areas. Ukraine has also launched attacks on Russian infrastructure, including a drone strike on a Yandex data center, which caused a fire and disrupted operations.
The conflict has led to increased civilian casualties, with the UN reporting over 17,000 verified deaths. Both sides have intensified long-range attacks, with Ukraine targeting Russian data centers and Russia focusing on Ukrainian cities and logistics hubs.