Recently, the conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, and a number of important military operations have emerged. According to reports from Tencent News and Sohu News, Ukraine began shelling a residential market in Russian-controlled Donetsk on January 21. The shelling took place during peak shopping hours inside the market and resulted in serious casualties. According to information released by the local health department, at least 25 people were killed and 20 injured as a result of the shelling, and the death toll is likely to rise further.
In addition, according to Tencent News, the Russian side confirmed that although the serious shelling and fire did not cause casualties, it caused serious damage to the port. The Ukrainian Agency admits that the ** and ** to Russian ports were carried out by Ukraine in order to sabotage Russian military supplies.
Russia and Ukraine have their own words for this shelling. According to RIA Novosti, the Russian side said that the attack of the Ukrainian army on the city of Donetsk the day before was a terrorist act against civilians, while the Ukrainian side denied the attack, saying that its troops were not involved in combat operations. UN Secretary-General António Guterres, through his spokesman, strongly condemned all attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, including the shelling of the city of Donetsk, and noted that such acts are a violation of international humanitarian law and must cease immediately.
These events reflect the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, as well as increased military activity on both sides, posing a threat to regional stability.