Reuters recently reported that the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations released a distressing news through social media on February 3. Allegedly, the Ukrainian army launched an attack on the city of Lisichansk in the occupied Luhansk region on the same day, and the building where one of the bakeries is located suffered serious damage. Rescuers from the Ministry of Emergency Situations quickly arrived at the scene and, after strenuous efforts, 20 bodies were removed from the rubble.
The ** issued by the Ministry of Emergency Situations shows the tense atmosphere at the rescue site. In the footage, rescuers dressed in professional gear carefully carry two bloodied survivors onto stretchers. In the dark ruins, with the help of faint lights and unwavering faith, they struggled to move the wounded out of the danger zone. Previously, the department had successfully searched and rescued 10 people from the rubble and sent them to the hospital in time for acceptance**.
Reuters confirmed that the location of the attack was the Adriatic restaurant on Moskovska Street in the city of Lisichansk, by comparing the appearance of the building with Google Maps information. The restaurant, which was used as a place for locals to eat and relax, has become the site of tragedy.
Russian spokeswoman Zakharova strongly condemned the attack. She noted that at the time of the attack, there were up to dozens of civilians in the building, and that the Ukrainian side used ** provided by the West in the attack. This act is a grave violation of international humanitarian law and has caused great harm to innocent civilians. According to the Russian-controlled Luhansk Information Center, the Ukrainian side used the Seahorse high-mobility multiple launch rocket system provided by the United States in the attack, and this advanced use undoubtedly exacerbated the destructive power of the attack.
Russia's TASS news agency quoted information from the Luhansk side earlier on Saturday. The attack reportedly had tragic consequences of two deaths and six injuries. In the aftermath of the incident, about 40 people may have been buried under the rubble, and their fate is unknown.
After the announcement of this information by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia, the international community expressed its deep concern and condolences over the attack. Many countries** expressed their condolences and support to the Russian side through diplomatic channels, and at the same time called on the Ukrainian side to respect international humanitarian law and protect the lives and property of civilians.
In the Luhansk region, the attack sparked widespread anger and grief. Local residents took to the streets one after another, holding ** events, condemning the violent acts of the Ukrainian side and demanding that the international community conduct an impartial investigation into the matter. In interviews with **, some survivors and their families recounted the horrors of the attack, and their grief and anger were palpable.
At the same time, Russia** has also taken a number of measures in response to the attack. In addition to urgently sending rescue personnel to the scene for search and rescue, the Russian side has also strengthened its military deployment in the border area to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents. In addition, Russia has also actively communicated with all parties and promoted the establishment of an international investigation mechanism to find out the truth of the incident and pursue relevant responsibilities.
In the international arena, the attack has also sparked extensive discussion and reflection. Some analysts pointed out that this incident once again highlights the complexity and severity of the current international situation. They called on all parties to remain calm and exercise restraint, resolve differences and disputes through dialogue and consultation, and avoid taking excessive actions that could lead to further escalation of the situation.
For the Ukrainian side, the attack undoubtedly had a serious negative impact on its image. There is a general consensus in the international community that attacks on civilian targets are unacceptable, for whatever reason and purpose. The Ukrainian side needs to seriously reflect on its actions and take concrete measures to avoid the recurrence of similar incidents.
In general, the attack dealt a heavy blow to the Luhansk region and the international community as a whole. It reminds us once again that peace and stability are hard-won and require the joint efforts of all parties to maintain. True peace and prosperity can be achieved only through enhanced international cooperation, the promotion of a political settlement of disputes and respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States.