Five killed by Russian strike on market in frontline Ukrainian city - Reuters

Russian forces struck a market in a frontline Ukrainian city, killing at least five people. The attack is consistent with Russia's pattern of targeting civilian infrastructure in areas near active fighting lines, where markets serve as gathering points for residents seeking food and supplies. Market strikes have become a recurring tactic in the war, often resulting in civilian casualties and drawing international attention to the humanitarian cost of the conflict. The incident underscores the vulnerability of civilians in frontline areas where military operations continue. Ukraine has documented numerous similar attacks on civilian gathering places throughout the nearly two-year war.