At least ten people were killed in a series of recent attacks attributed to both Russian and Ukrainian forces, according to reports from the conflict zone. The fatalities come as the war between the two countries continues to flare up in new hotspots.
The new strikes have prompted a sharp response from Russia’s foreign ministry. In a statement, the Russian foreign minister accused European leaders of “doing everything it can to thwart peace talks with Ukraine,” suggesting that diplomatic efforts to end the fighting are being undermined.
While the exact locations of the latest shelling are not detailed, the incident adds to a growing list of casualties that have been reported as the war escalates. The death toll in the broader conflict has risen steadily since the invasion began in 2022.
“Europe is doing everything it can to thwart peace talks with Ukraine,” the Russian foreign minister said.
The statement comes amid ongoing diplomatic negotiations that have struggled to produce a lasting ceasefire. Analysts note that the war’s persistence has led to repeated cycles of violence, with civilian casualties mounting each time.
As the conflict drags on, international observers continue to call for renewed dialogue, while the death toll remains a stark reminder of the human cost of the fighting.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
