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Russian forces have advanced to the edge of Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region amid ongoing conflict, with both sides accusing each other of delaying prisoner and soldier body exchanges, as Russia claims territorial gains and Ukraine defends key regions. The situation remains tense with accusations over peace negotiations and military actions.
The Kostyantynivka railway station and several buildings were damaged in Russian shelling in the Donetsk region, with one person injured, as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues into its third year. The Russian military allegedly targeted the city with S-300 missiles, causing destruction to numerous structures, while another city in the region, Selydovo, also reported damage from Russian strikes. The commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces stated that the Russian army regularly attacks Ukrainian positions, leading to a difficult and ongoing situation that requires constant monitoring.
At least 17 people, including a child, were killed in a deliberate attack on a market street in the "peaceful" city of Kostyantynivka in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky blamed Moscow for the attack and warned that the death toll could rise. The attack, which occurred near the front line, is the worst of its kind in several months. Russia has not yet claimed responsibility. An investigation has been launched, and Ukraine's prosecutor-general is pursuing criminal proceedings for war crimes against the Russian Federation. The attack coincided with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Ukraine, where he was expected to announce a new aid package for the country.
Ukraine reports that at least six civilians were killed in Kostyantynivka due to heavy Russian shelling, damaging 16 apartment blocks and other buildings. The city is near Bakhmut, where heavy fighting has been ongoing for months. Russia is striving to capture Kramatorsk and Slovyansk, two key cities, to complete its occupation of Donetsk region. On Saturday, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said steps were being taken to ramp up ammunition production as Russia is running short of precision weapons. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky insists that his forces entrenched in ruined Bakhmut will not surrender the city.