In Sumy, Russia deliberately attacked rescuers: a fire truck was destroyed
In Sumy, Russian troops conducted a second drone strike on a firefighting site, deliberately attacking rescuers. The targeted hit completely destroyed a SES fire truck. The personnel managed to take cover, so there were no casualties or injuries.
How the attack happened
According to the State Emergency Service, the first attack on the city occurred in the morning. Rescuers quickly arrived at the scene and began extinguishing the fire. While the work was underway, the enemy carried out a second UAV attack, aimed specifically at rescue equipment.
The SES emphasises:
the blow was not accidental;
drone hit aiming at the fire truck, It is impossible to confuse it with any other technique;
This is a targeted attack on those who save civilians.
Reaction.
The service stressed that such strikes are evidence of Russia's absolute disregard for international humanitarian law and the rules of warfare.
Context.
The Russian Federation has repeatedly attacked rescuers with repeated strikes while they are cleaning up the aftermath of previous attacks. Such actions have signs of violation of the Geneva Conventions.
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