Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five

BBC News
April 4, 2026
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A Russian drone hit a market in a southern Ukrainian town, killing five and injuring 21.

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A Russian drone strike hit a market in a southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, killing five people and wounding 21 others. The attack targeted a civilian gathering during peak shopping hours, underscoring the ongoing toll of Russia's war on Ukraine's civilian population. Market strikes have become a recurring tactic in the conflict, with crowded commercial areas presenting high-casualty targets. The incident reflects the broader pattern of Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure and populated areas away from front-line combat zones. Ukraine's emergency services responded to the scene as investigators began documenting the attack.

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