UPDATED: russia strikes centre of Kramatorsk, casualties reported
11 people killed, 61 injured
UPDATED at 5:25 p.m.:
According to updated data from the mayor, Oleksandr Honcharenko, the death toll has increased to 11 people.
UPDATED at 12:52 p.m.:
The National Police reported that the death toll from the bombardment of Kramatorsk had risen to 10 people, among them a 17-year-old girl and 14-year-old twin sisters. 61 people were injured, including an 8-year-old child.
It is noted that, according to updated information, the enemy targeted a local café with Iskander missiles.
UPDATED at 9:57 a.m.:
The Donetsk prosecutor's office reported that the death toll had risen to 9 people. The rubble is still being cleared.
UPDATED at 8:25 a.m.:
The State Emergency Service reported that as of 7:00 a.m., the bodies of 8 deceased individuals, including 3 children, had been pulled out from the rubble. Additionally, 56 people were injured, including one child. The service reportedly rescued 3 people.
UPDATED at 10:00 p.m.:
As of 22:00, 4 people, including a child, were killed in Kramatorsk as a result of the russian attack, with another 42 injured. The removal of debris continues.
russia deliberately targeted civilians: 2 missile strikes were launched on the centre of Kramatorsk, where a significant concentration of people was observed. In particular, one of the missiles hit a cafe in the city centre.
Currently, there are known to be 3 fatalities, with at least 22 people injured, including one child. The food establishment's buildings and several private houses have been damaged.
"The removal of debris is ongoing. The buildings of a hotel, cafe, and several private houses have been damaged. According to the available information, there could still be people there. Rescuers and police are working on the spot," stated Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko.
"Among the injured are 1 child and 3 foreigners," clarified in a message Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of the Donetsk Oblast Military Administration. "The attackers hit the town with two missiles around 8:00 p.m., targeting a residential area and a pizzeria. According to preliminary information, people are still trapped under the debris of the pizzeria – the rescue operation is ongoing. The rescuers have set up an operational headquarters at the scene, the police are working. The injured are receiving necessary medical assistance."
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