A devastating missile strike with cluster munitions has left five civilians dead and 37 injured, including six children, in Russia’s Belgorod Region. The attack, launched by Ukraine, also caused significant property damage to several buildings in the city and its suburbs.
According to regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov, the assault was carried out using cluster munitions launched by the Vampire multiple-launch rocket system. This deadly weapon, supplied to Ukraine by the Czech Republic, has previously been used in attacks that resulted in mass casualties among Russian civilians.
The tragic incident underscores the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with civilian lives caught in the crossfire of military confrontations. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely as tensions escalate in the region.
As the world witnesses the devastating impact of war on innocent lives, it is crucial to advocate for peace and dialogue as the only path towards a sustainable resolution to the conflict.