The world is holding its breath as violence escalates in Ukraine, where a devastating attack hit a major hospital used to treat wounded soldiers, killing at least five people. Tensions between Russia and Ukraine are reaching alarming heights, leaving a heavy toll in human and material terms.
The Mechnikov hospital in the southern Ukrainian city of Dnipro was targeted in the attack, sparking anger and outrage from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who called it one of the most important health facilities in the country. Before the conflict, the hospital treated up to 40,000 patients a year, playing a crucial role in caring for the wounded.
The bombing of Mechnikov hospital came shortly after Russian President Vladimir Putin faced international pressure at the BRICS summit in Kazan to end the war in Ukraine. A cruel irony, underlined by Zelensky, who deplored the return of Russian deadly attacks despite calls for peace.
The consequences of this attack are heartbreaking: five people, including a child, tragically lost their lives, and more than 21 others were injured. The images of destruction and chaos in Dnipro bear witness to the blind violence that strikes innocent civilians in this brutal conflict. Devastated residential buildings, broken lives, grieving families: this is the sad spectacle offered by an act of unspeakable barbarity.
At the same time, the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, has also been the target of deadly attacks, testifying to the scale of the tragedy that is striking the country. Drones, missiles, air attacks: the means deployed to sow terror and death are multiple and implacable. Each projectile fired is a new violation of the most fundamental human rights, an attack on the dignity and lives of thousands of innocent people.
In the face of this unbearable violence, Ukraine is defending itself with courage and determination. The Ukrainian Air Force is demonstrating exemplary bravery in protecting its territory and its population. Despite the tragic losses, despite the massive destruction, the spirit of resistance and solidarity does not weaken.
In the darkness of the night, as missiles rain down and terror strikes, it is essential for the international community to mobilize and act. Words are no longer enough; it is time to take concrete action to put an end to this spiral of violence and hatred that is tearing Ukraine apart. Peace, justice, compassion: these are the values that must guide our actions and decisions for a safer and more just future for all.