Afghanistan, Dec. 13 -- Two civilians were killed in Ukrainian airstrikes on Saratov, Russia, while Moscow shot down 41 drones, escalating tensions amid ongoing international peace efforts.
Russian officials have confirmed that two civilians were killed following Ukraine-led airstrikes on the city of Saratov, according to Russian state media, highlighting ongoing escalation beyond frontline regions.
Reuters reported on Saturday, December 13, that the targeted strikes hit a residential building, leaving several other civilians wounded, raising concerns over the protection of non-combatants in the conflict.
The Russian Defense Ministry stated that its forces intercepted and shot down 41 Ukrainian drones overnight, emphasizing Moscow's effo...