AT LEAST 30 people have been injured in a Russian drone strike on a Ukrainian passenger train, which left the carriage burning and ripped apart.
Emergency services were rushed to Shotska, in Ukraine’s Sumy region, after the “savage” attack.
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Vladimir Zelenskyy condemned the “terrorist” attack, which he said was a direct assault on civilians.
Preliminary reports suggest train staff and passengers were at the site of the strike.
In a post on X, he said: “A savage Russian drone strike on the railway station in Shostka, Sumy region.
“All emergency services are already on the scene and have begun helping people.
“All information about the injured is being established. So far, we know of at least 30 victims.
“Preliminary reports indicate that both Ukrzaliznytsia staff and passengers were at the site of the strike.
“The Russians could not have been unaware that they were striking civilians. And this is terror the world must not ignore.
“Every day Russia takes people’s lives. And only strength can make them stop.
“We’ve heard resolute statements from Europe and America – and it’s high time to turn them all into reality, together with everyone who refuses to accept murder and terror as normal.
“Lip service is not enough now. Strong action is needed.”