Russian missile hits restaurant in Ukraine's Kramatorsk, claims at least 8 casualties
A Russian missile strike hit a restaurant in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, killing several people. The Ukrainian president called for Russia's defeat and a tribunal as consequences for its actions.
Russian missile strike on a restaurant in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, leaves 8 dead and over 56 injured. Rescue efforts are underway. (Image: Reuters)
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Kramatorsk is a strategic city in Donetsk province situated west of the front lines. The city holds significance as a potential target for Russia's westward advance to seize control of the entire region. The attack, which occurred on June 27, 2023, underscores the escalating violence and destruction caused by the conflict. (Image: Reuters)
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A village on the outskirts of Kramatorsk was struck by a second missile, resulting in five injuries. However, the primary devastation occurred at the restaurant in Kramatorsk, where several children were among the casualties. The attack claimed the lives of at least three children. (Image: Reuters)
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Donetsk governor Pavlo Kyrylenko stated that individuals were trapped under the rubble following the missile strike in Kramatorsk. While their condition remained uncertain, Kyrylenko expressed confidence in their experience in effectively conducting rescue operations and removing the debris. (Image: Reuters)
In his video message, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asserted that the recent attacks by Russia demonstrated the need for consequences, stating that Russia deserved "defeat and a tribunal" as a result of its actions. (Image: Reuters)
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Despite Russia's denial of targeting civilian sites, volunteers were seen assisting an injured individual at the location of severely damaged hotel and restaurant buildings, resulting from the recent attack. (Image: Reuters)
![In his video message, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asserted that the recent attacks by Russia demonstrated the need for consequences, stating that Russia deserved "defeat and a tribunal" as a result of its actions. (Image: Reuters)](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2023/06/2Russias-missile-attack-on-Ukraine.jpg "In his video message, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asserted that the recent attacks by Russia demonstrated the need for consequences, stating that Russia deserved "defeat and a tribunal" as a result of its actions. (Image: Reuters)")
