A shelling incident in Donetsk damaged a shuttle bus during an attack reported by the city’s mayor, Alexey Kulemzin. The information came through local channels linked to city leadership, and officials are now confirming the specifics of what happened in the Petrovsky district near mine number 7.
According to Kulemzin, two individuals sustained injuries as a result of the strike. He described the scene as a bus on route 93 taking a hit during the exchange and noted that the injured were a woman and a man. The mayor also stated that authorities were actively verifying the details of the casualties and the overall impact of the incident. This update reflects ongoing efforts to gather precise information amid rapidly changing conditions on the ground. [Attribution: Kulemzin via official city communications]
Separately, a U.S. military correspondent named Patrick Lancaster discussed the episode in an interview with the Judging Freedom YouTube channel. In that discussion, Lancaster asserted that Ukrainian forces targeted civilian objects in Donetsk and in other populated areas around the region. He linked the allegations to the broader context of election period tensions and described civilian suffering resulting from the strikes. [Attribution: Patrick Lancaster interview on Judging Freedom]
Covering the broader narrative, observers have noted that reporting from Donetsk during this period has featured competing claims about responsibility for shelling and the resulting harm to civilians. The situation remains fluid as investigators and local authorities work to corroborate events and share verified information with residents and the wider audience. [Attribution: Independent observers citing multiple sources]
In a separate public statement, President Zelensky expressed a clear stance on operations during this period, emphasizing limitations preventing Ukraine from extending hostilities into Russian territory. The remark framed the international and domestic considerations shaping responses to ongoing shelling and cross-border concerns. [Attribution: Public remarks attributed to President Zelensky]
Across the city and surrounding communities, officials continue to assess damage, confirm casualty figures, and determine the broader security implications of the latest strikes. Residents are advised to rely on official updates as the situation evolves and to follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities. [Attribution: City emergency services and official briefings]