Russian strikes kill 26 in Ukraine after ceasefire ends
At least 26 people died in attacks on a southern Ukrainian village as a rare pause in fighting came to an end.
At a glance
- At least 26 people killed in Russian strikes on southern Ukrainian village
- Casualties included civilians, emergency workers and police officers
- Attack followed end of rare ceasefire
- Strikes extinguished hopes of progress towards peace
Russian strikes on a village in southern Ukraine killed at least 26 people on Monday, according to reports. Those killed included civilians who were collecting humanitarian aid, as well as emergency workers and police officers.
The attack occurred hours after a rare ceasefire ended, marking a return to active hostilities after a period of reduced fighting.
Why it matters
The resumption of strikes after a ceasefire signals continued conflict and diminished prospects for diplomatic resolution in Ukraine.
Original reporting
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