Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russian forces of attacking vehicles belonging to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region. According to Zelensky, the strike claimed the lives of three people, a tragedy confirmed by the ICRC, which stated that three of its staff members were killed and two others were injured in the attack.
russia struck the vehicles of the humanitarian mission of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Donetsk region, — Zelensky
As of now, it is known about two wounded people – they are being provided with all the necessary assistance. Unfortunately, three people were… pic.twitter.com/HDW6d21v50
— Jürgen Nauditt 🇩🇪🇺🇦 (@jurgen_nauditt) September 12, 2024
The Ukrainian president shared an image of a Red Cross lorry engulfed in flames, calling the attack a clear demonstration of Russia’s continued aggression. “In this war, everything is absolutely clear — Russia sows evil, Ukraine defends life,” Zelensky wrote on X, urging the global community to take decisive action against Russia’s ongoing violence.
The ICRC, while not directly naming Russia in its statement, confirmed the attack occurred at a planned frontline aid distribution site in the Donetsk region. “Our hearts are broken today as we mourn the loss of our colleagues and care for the injured,” the organization said.
Zelensky called for a firm global response, insisting that nations and international bodies must not remain indifferent. “Only together can the world force Russia to stop this terror and make Moscow seek peace,” he added.
A Russian strike on Red Cross vehicles in eastern Ukraine has killed three people, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
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— The Moscow Times (@MoscowTimes) September 12, 2024
In a separate accusation, Zelensky also claimed that Russian forces targeted a civilian cargo ship carrying wheat to Egypt in the Black Sea. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in this incident, which took place after the ship had left Ukrainian waters.
Key Points:
i. Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russian forces of attacking ICRC vehicles in Donetsk, killing three and injuring two.
ii. The ICRC confirmed the deaths of its staff members during a planned aid distribution.
iii. Zelensky urged the global community to take a strong stance against Russia’s aggression.
iv. In a separate incident, Zelensky reported a Russian attack on a civilian ship in the Black Sea, with no casualties.
v. Zelensky emphasized that Russia’s continued actions require a unified global response to push for peace.
Susan Guglielmo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
