A Russian drone strike in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro has resulted in the deaths of at least twelve miners, with several others injured, in what has been described as a 'double tap' terror attack. The assault targeted a bus owned by DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, which was transporting workers after their shift, highlighting the ongoing brutality of the conflict.
'Evil Must Stop': Zelenskyy Mourns Attack as Diplomatic Talks Loom
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly mourned the loss of life, condemning the incident as 'evil' that must be halted. In a statement, he confirmed that diplomatic talks are scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates, underscoring the urgency of international efforts to address the escalating violence.
DTEK Condemns 'Large-Scale Terrorist Attack' on Mines
DTEK has strongly denounced the strike, labeling it a 'large-scale terrorist attack' on its operations in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The company reported that the drone hit caused a significant fire, which emergency services managed to extinguish promptly, but not before the tragic loss of life occurred.
This devastating incident comes just days after former US President Donald Trump claimed that the Kremlin had agreed to a temporary cessation of attacks on Ukrainian cities, raising questions about the veracity of such assurances and the continued targeting of civilian infrastructure.
The attack underscores the persistent dangers faced by Ukrainian workers and the broader humanitarian crisis, as Russia's military actions continue to inflict casualties and disrupt essential services in the region.
