Russia continues missile massacres across Ukraine, with another in Samar, Killing 5, Injuring 23
Russians struck the city of Samar in Ukraine’s Dnipro region today, killing five people and injuring at least 23. The injured are being hospitalized, with 3 in serious condition and the remainder with moderate wounds. Emergency crews extinguished a fire at the strike site and continue rescue efforts.
This attack follows a devastating June 24 barrage across the region, in which missiles struck the regional capital, Dnipro, and surrounding towns. That earlier wave killed at least 21 people—today’s fatalities include the initial figure of 17 in Dnipro and two more in Samar—and wounded over 300 individuals.
Governor Lysak expressed gratitude to first responders via Telegram: “We’re doing everything possible to assist those affected.”
The recurrences in Dnipro region reflect Russia’s broader strategy of sustained missile strikes targeting Ukrainian civilian centers. The June 24 attack shattered infrastructure in Dnipro: a dormitory, gymnasium, administrative buildings, train windows, and a children’s hospital sustained significant damage. Ukrainian authorities report that around 100 people remain in hospital from that strike.
These assaults coincide with intensifying Russian aerial bombardments in other regions. Earlier this week, the city of Dnipro faced a further missile and drone attack that damaged residential and educational buildings—a grim reminder of the unrelenting threat Ukrainian communities continue to face.
The assault in Samar compounds growing fears across the region. Each raid strips away elements of normal life—homes ruined, hospitals disrupted, trains incapacitated—pressing thousands into trauma and disorder.
In Kyiv and other cities, similar bombings have underscored the inadequacy of air defenses under relentless pressure. June witnessed one of the deadliest nights of the war, with over 360 drones and missiles launched toward the capital, killing dozens and damaging critical infrastructure.
As Russia continues its summer offensive, Ukrainian officials urge heightened air defense support from Western allies. Addressing a NATO summit in the Netherlands, President Zelenskyy is expected to reaffirm Ukraine’s need for advanced systems—such as Patriots and longer-range interceptors—to shield cities and towns across the front line.
The June 27 strike in Samar—mere days after the devastating June 24 assault—demonstrates not only Russia’s willingness to target noncombat areas but also the urgency of strengthening Ukraine’s ability to protect its civilians.
