In a tragic incident, nine civilians were killed and seven injured when a Russian drone struck a minibus evacuating residents in northeastern Ukraine's Sumy region. Ukrainian authorities condemned the attack, labeling it a 'cynical war crime'. Reports indicate the victims were primarily pension-aged women, including families. President Zelensky criticized Russia for its continuous strikes and urged the West to increase sanctions to prompt genuine diplomatic efforts. This drone attack occurred shortly after both nations held face-to-face negotiations for the first time since early 2022, highlighting the ongoing conflict and failed diplomatic progress.
This is not just another shelling - it is a cynical war crime, Ukraine's National Police wrote on Telegram.
Zelensky called on Europe and the United States to strengthen sanctions in order to push Russia towards ceasing its three-year assault.
Without stronger sanctions, without stronger pressure on Russia, they will not seek real diplomacy, Zelensky said Saturday.
The attack comes just a day after Russian and Ukrainian representatives met for direct talks for the first time in three years in Istanbul.
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