Russian military hit the town of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, killing at least 16 people. Source: Radio Svoboda (Liberty); anonymous Telegram channels; Ukrinform news agency, with reference to Donetsk Oblast Military Administration Details: Anonymous Telegram channels reported that the Russians launched a missile attack on the market located in the city centre.
Volodymyr Zelensky Telegram via ReutersAt least 16 people were killed on Wednesday when Russian shelling hit a crowded market in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed.The Ukrainian leader also shared a disturbing video of the moment that artillery hit the market in Kostiantynivka in the eastern Donetsk region. The sound of an incoming projectile can be heard before a large explosion erupts in the middle of a road, damaging surrounding buildings and prompting terrified civilians to flee
Russian troops attacked Odesa Oblast with kamikaze drones on the night of 22-23 August, hitting production and transshipment facilities, and also damaging grain warehouses. Source: Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram; Defence Forces of Ukraine's south Quote: "Last night, Russian terrorists were striking the south of Odesa Oblast with attack drones for three hours.
The Russians have hit an industrial facility in the city of Dnipro, a fire has broken out, and one person has been injured. Source: Serhii Lysak, Head of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration Quote: "Russian terrorists committed another crime.
This week, the Russians launched 65 missiles of various types against Ukraine, as well as 178 attack drones, including 87 Shaheds. Source: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's evening address Quote: "In this week alone, Russian terrorists used 65 different missiles and 178 attack drones against us, including 87 Shaheds.