In a recent attack by Russia’s forces on the Bilenke village in Zaporizhzhia, one woman sustained shrapnel wounds and had to undergo surgery. The assault resulted in damaged houses and infrastructure facilities in the area. According to Oleksii Avdieiev, the head of the economic department of the local council, apartment buildings were affected with windows, doors, double-glazed windows, and roofs damaged. Valentyna, a local resident, mentioned that trees near her house helped protect it from significant damage. The attack also caused harm to power lines, gas, and water pipes in the village.
Many Ukrainians continue to face the devastating consequences of Russian attacks in various regions. In Novohrodivka, Donetsk, the front line now runs through the town, leading to severe disruptions for the 6,500 residents, including 720 children. With no gas supply since 2022 and no centralised water supply since last year, residents have been forced to collect water from their own wells. Deputy head of the Novohrodivka city military administration, Oleh Zhuzhman, urged residents to evacuate the area due to the ongoing threat of shelling. Despite having shops, pharmacies, post offices, and bank branches, the town’s infrastructure has been significantly impacted, with a third of its 238 apartment buildings already damaged by the attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to establish new agreements regarding international security with European partners. Zelenskyy highlighted that negotiations for these agreements will begin in August, with the prospect of visits from European leaders to Ukraine in the near future. Amid the ongoing conflict with Russian forces, Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude towards military personnel for their dedication and efforts on the battlefield. The Ukrainian government continues to work towards establishing stronger ties with European allies to ensure the country’s security and stability.
The recent attack on the Bilenke village in Zaporizhzhia by Russia’s forces resulted in one woman sustaining shrapnel wounds and requiring immediate surgery. The assault caused significant damage to houses and infrastructure facilities in the area, with reports of damaged windows, doors, double-glazed windows, and roofs. The local council’s economic department head, Oleksii Avdieiev, described the extent of the damage to apartment buildings in the village. Despite the destruction, some residents like Valentyna were fortunate to have trees protect their homes from more severe damage. Power lines, gas, and water pipes were also affected, adding to the challenges faced by the community.
The ongoing conflict in Novohrodivka, Donetsk, has led to dire conditions for residents, with the town now divided by the front line, affecting over 6,500 people, including 720 children. The lack of gas and centralized water supply has forced residents to rely on their own wells for water. With a significant number of apartment buildings already damaged by shelling, deputy head Oleh Zhuzhman urged residents to evacuate for their safety. Despite the town having essential services like shops, pharmacies, and post offices, the impact of the conflict has taken a toll on the community’s infrastructure, leaving many vulnerable and in need of assistance.
In response to the ongoing conflict with Russian forces, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to establish new agreements on international security with European partners. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of these agreements, stating that negotiations will begin in August and involve visits from European leaders to Ukraine. Expressing his appreciation for the efforts of military personnel on the battlefield, Zelenskyy reiterated the commitment of Ukraine and its partners to enhance security measures and protect the country’s sovereignty. The Ukrainian government continues to seek support from European allies to promote peace and stability in the region and uphold the rights of its citizens amidst the ongoing crisis.