Feb 20 β€’ 05:48 UTC πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine Ukrainska Pravda

Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk Oblast: three injured, businesses, banks and secondary school damaged

Russian forces attacked the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, resulting in injuries and widespread damage to local infrastructure.

Russian forces have launched a series of attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, injuring three people and inflicting considerable damage to local businesses, banks, and a secondary school. The attacks reportedly involved over 20 strikes across three districts using drones, artillery, and Grad multiple-launch rocket systems. The local administration has confirmed that a 42-year-old man was hospitalized in moderate condition due to the attacks. In addition to the injuries, significant property damage occurred, affecting various establishments and vehicles.

The impacted areas include the city of Nikopol and the hromadas of Marhanets and Pokrovske within the Nikopol district. Reports indicate destruction included a gymnasium that serves preparing students for higher education, several banks, a post office, a cafΓ©, a shop, and around a dozen cars. The complexity and scale of the attack underline the ongoing tensions and violence in the region as it remains vulnerable to hostilities from Russian forces.

These attacks highlight the dire humanitarian situation and the ongoing risks faced by civilians in the area. With three confirmed injuries and extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, this incident not only raises concerns about immediate safety but also about the long-term impacts on education and local economies as communities attempt to rebuild. The situation in Dnipropetrovsk is emblematic of the broader conflict and the persistent threat posed by military actions in Ukraine, emphasizing the urgency for international attention and aid.

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