Tragedy struck the Ukrainian city of Konstantinovka, located in the Kramatorsk district, as Russian armed forces launched a devastating artillery attack.
According to Report, which cites RBC-Ukraine, the shelling claimed the lives of 10 civilians and left 35 others wounded.
Ukraine's Ministry of Internal Affairs revealed that the attack targeted a shopping center, setting ablaze an area spanning 1,000 square meters. Firefighters from the State Emergency Service (SES) battled the flames, ultimately bringing the fire under control. Law enforcement officers and medical personnel rushed to the scene to assist the victims and investigate the incident.
Media reports say the Russian forces employed barrel artillery during the attack, specifically targeting a "Nova Poshta" freight department and a supermarket.