Russians drop two aerial bombs on Sloviansk; one killed, six injured – police

On November 2, Russian forces launched aerial bomb attacks on Kamyshuvakha, located in Zaporizhzhia region, killing at least 18 civilians and injuring five others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported the devastating incident, stating that the Russians targeted a school where humanitarian aid was being distributed to residents.

Following the initial strike, Russian aviation dropped a further nine bombs directly onto a shelter where people sought refuge. Rescue operations are currently underway, involving military forces, rescuers, and special services, as the search for survivors continues. The situation is described as extremely challenging, with ongoing efforts to locate and assist those affected by the attacks.

Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia's actions demonstrate a deliberate intent to avoid de-escalation and prevent genuine justice. He called for a strong and firm response from the international community, urging the world to support Ukraine in protecting its citizens. Among the 18 fatalities, a police officer and two rescuers were identified. Additionally, 27 people are reported missing as a result of the Russian strike on Kamyshuvakha. The village council secretary, Kharchenko, highlighted the severity of the situation.

Mykhailo Symykin, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, confirmed that the victims included a police officer and two rescuers. The post also reported that, after a nearly uninterrupted ceasefire regime in the Kherson region for five days, related to the humanitarian mission in temporarily occupied Oleshky, Russian forces resumed shelling the region. Their first attack came overnight, and on November 2, around 7:40 in the morning, Russian forces struck the city center with a drone.