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Four dead in shelling incidents in Ukraine, officials say

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(Reuters) - Four people were killed on Thursday in instances of shelling in Ukraine, one blamed on Russia's military, the other on Ukrainian forces, regional officials said. In Donetsk region, the

Four dead in shelling incidents in Ukraine, officials say

(Reuters) - Four people were killed on Thursday in instances of shelling in Ukraine, one blamed on Russia's military, the other on Ukrainian forces, regional officials said.

In Donetsk region, the focal point of Russia's slow advance westward along the front line, regional governor Vadym Filaskhin said on Telegram that two people were killed when Russian forces shelled the town of Siversk.

Further south, in a Russian-controlled area of Zaporizhzhia region, two people were killed when the town of Kamyanka-Dniprovska came under Ukrainian fire, the Russia-appointed governor, Yevgeny Belitsky wrote on Telegram.

The town is located on a large reservoir along the Dnipro River, which bisects Ukraine, not far from the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station.

Reuters could not independently confirm battlefield accounts from either side.

(Reporting by Ron Popeski; Editing by Sandra Maler)

Key Takeaways

  • Four people killed in Ukraine shelling incidents.
  • Russian forces blamed for shelling in Siversk.
  • Ukrainian forces accused of shelling in Zaporizhzhia.
  • Incidents reported by regional governors on Telegram.
  • Reuters unable to independently verify battlefield accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people were killed in the shelling incidents?
Four people were killed on Thursday in instances of shelling in Ukraine, with two casualties attributed to Russian forces and two to Ukrainian fire.
Where did the shelling incidents occur?
The incidents occurred in the Donetsk region and a Russian-controlled area of the Zaporizhzhia region, specifically in the town of Kamyanka-Dniprovska.
Who reported the casualties in the Donetsk region?
Regional governor Vadym Filaskhin reported the casualties in the Donetsk region via Telegram.
What is the significance of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station?
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station is located near the town of Kamyanka-Dniprovska and is a critical site due to its proximity to ongoing military actions.
Could Reuters confirm the battlefield accounts?
Reuters could not independently confirm battlefield accounts from either side regarding the shelling incidents.

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