Russian Drone Strike Ukraine: At least 30 people were killed in a Russian drone attack at Shipka railway station in Ukraine. President Jailonsky called it ‘cruel’ and demanded a tough step on Russia. They are accused, the attack was targeted by the citizens.
Ukraine train attack: At least 30 people have died in a Russian drone attack at Shostka railway station in Sumi region north of Ukraine. President Volodimir Jailonsky described the attack as ‘cruel’ and placed it in the category of terrorism. Staff and passengers of Ukrzaliznytsia were present at the railway station at the time of the attack. Jailonsci shared a video on X (East Twitter), in which the train car was seen in a fire and was seen in a demolished condition.
Pictures and relief work of the attack
Regional Governor Oleh Hrigorov said that the attack was targeted by the train from Shipka to Kiev. Hrigorov shared a picture of the coach of the train that broke the fire and said that the emergency and relief teams have reached the spot and the number of injured people is being ascertained.
Zelansky expressed protest
Disappointed at derailing peace talks with Russia, Jailonsky demanded a strict stature against Moscow, saying that ‘showy rhetoric’ is not enough. He said, ‘Russia knew that they were targeting citizens. This is terrorism, which the world cannot ignore. They can be stopped only by strength. The tough statements of Europe and America are now time to turn into reality.
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European Union statement
The European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen condemned the attack, saying, ‘EU stands with Ukraine. The incidents of Shostka railway station reflect the ruthlessness of Russia. The world will have to increase pressure on Russia until it accepts just and permanent peace. ‘
Russia-Ukraine warfare situation
For the last two months, Russia has been attacking Ukraine’s railway and energy infrastructure almost daily. A day earlier, Russia targeted naftogaz gas and oil facilities in Kharkeev and Poltava regions, making more than 8,000 people without electricity. Ukraine’s army has also intensified attacks on Russia oil and gas refineries. In September itself, he carried out air and drone attacks on 19 oil facilities in Russia and Russian-controlled areas.
Ukraine’s response
Russia recently stopped peace talks and accused European countries of obstructing dialogue. Jailonsky has appealed to American and European colleagues to impose strict economic restrictions on Russia and directly talk.