Dnipro

Dnipro is a city in the Dnipropetrovsk region of eastern Ukraine. It is currently newsworthy due to intensified Russian drone strikes as part of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Recent events include a deadly drone strike on a bus carrying miners in the Dnipropetrovsk region, resulting in at least 12 fatalities. Another strike hit a residential building in Dnipro, injuring seven and causing significant damage. The attacks have exacerbated the already dire situation caused by previous strikes on energy infrastructure, leaving many residents without central heating in freezing temperatures. The situation is further complicated by claims that Russia is using new high-speed drones, potentially containing Western parts, posing a serious threat. Dnipro's current relevance lies in its vulnerability as a target in the conflict, highlighting the devastating impact of the war on civilian populations and infrastructure.