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Russia strikes drones on Kramatorsk - Family with child injured

Russia strikes drones on Kramatorsk - Family with child injured Illustrative photo: Emergency services working at the scene (Getty Images)
Author: Oleh Velhan

On the night of April 8-9, Russians attacked Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region. As a result of drone strikes, a family was injured, according to the head of the Donetsk Regional State Administration, Vadym Filashkin.

"Tonight, the city was subjected to a massive attack by Russian drones. According to preliminary information, an 11-year-old girl, her 34-year-old mother, and her 55-year-old grandmother were injured," the message reads at 00:50.

The extent of the damage is still being assessed. Authorities, police, emergency responders, and all relevant services are working at the scene of the strikes.

Attack on Kramatorsk and strike anniversary

On Sunday, April 6, Russians also attacked Kramatorsk with drones. The attack caused damage to residential buildings and vehicles. Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries.

On April 8, the third anniversary of the Russian airstrike on the Kramatorsk railway station occurred, where more than 4,000 people were present. The strike resulted in 61 deaths and 121 injuries.