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At least seven killed, eight hurt in Russian attacks in Ukraine-controlled Donetsk, governor says

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Posted on February 4, 2026

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Feb 4 (Reuters) - At least seven people were killed and eight more hurt in Russian attacks in the town of Druzhkivka in the Ukraine-controlled frontline region of Donetsk in the east, the regional

Russian Attacks in Donetsk Leave Seven Dead and Eight Injured

Impact of Recent Russian Attacks

Feb 4 (Reuters) - At least seven people were killed and eight more hurt in Russian attacks in the town of Druzhkivka in the Ukraine-controlled frontline region of Donetsk in the east, the regional governor said on Wednesday.

Details of the Attack

Russia shelled the town with cluster munitions, targeting the market, and dropped two aerial bombs, Vadym Filashkin said on the Telegram messaging app.

Responses from Russia and Ukraine

There was no immediate comment from Russia on the attacks. Both Moscow and Kyiv deny they are targeting civilians in the war that started with Russia's invasion in 2022.

(Reporting by Anna Pruchnicka; Editing by Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

  • Seven killed and eight injured in Druzhkivka, Donetsk.
  • Russian forces used cluster munitions and aerial bombs.
  • No immediate comment from Russia on the attacks.
  • Both Russia and Ukraine deny targeting civilians.
  • Conflict continues since Russia's 2022 invasion.

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