Putin says at least six people killed in 'terrorist' attack on student dormitory
Russian President Vladimir Putin reported that a strike on a student dormitory in the Luhansk region resulted in at least six deaths and numerous injuries. He accused Ukraine of conducting a 'terrorist strike' and has requested military options for retaliation. The incident has escalated tensions, with both sides exchanging accusations regarding the attack.
- ▪At least six people were killed and 39 injured in the attack on the student dormitory.
- ▪Putin has accused Ukraine of intentionally targeting civilians in what he described as a terrorist attack.
- ▪Ukraine's military denied targeting civilians and claimed to have struck a drone command unit in the area.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin says at least six people killed in 'terrorist' attack on student dormitoryTopic:Unrest, Conflict and WarSat 23 May 2026 at 2:06amSat 23 May 2026 at 2:06amSat 23 May 2026 at 2:06amRescuers at the scene of a destroyed dormitory building of the Starobilsk College. (Reuters: Pavel Klimov)In short:The Russian President says at least six people have been killed and 39 others injured in a strike on a student dormitory in the Russian-controlled Luhansk region.Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of a "terrorist strike".What's next?Mr Putin says he has asked his army to prepare options for retaliation.abc.net.au/news/russia-vows-retaliation-on-deadly-student-dorm-attack/106713694Link copiedShareShare articleRussian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of a…
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