Susanna Riva In the heart of southern Ukraine, the Dnipro railway station was the scene of one of the worst recent tragedies: a Russian drone struck a passenger train, killing thirteen people and injuring at least five. The attack, which occurred in broad daylight, immediately sparked a series of rescue operations by local firefighters and medical personnel, while authorities launched the initial investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the accident.
Dnipro Train Attack: Facts on the Spot
According to official reports, the drone flew over the station platform shortly before the train arrived, releasing an explosive charge that penetrated the train's front carriage. Dnipro's mayor, Boris Filatov , denounced the "tragedy" on Telegram, emphasizing that the target was civilian and had no military legitimacy.
The choice of public transport infrastructure highlights a clear intention to create panic among the civilian population.
Number of victims and injured
Ukrainian authorities confirmed that thirteen passengers died instantly, while five were seriously injured and were rushed to hospitals in Dnipropetrovsk.
The victims include men, women, and children, making the massacre even more shocking. The head of the regional military administration, Oleksandr Ganzha , said that law enforcement is gathering testimonies to reconstruct the perpetrator, but at the moment the investigation points to a hybrid warfare technique typical of modern conflicts.
The Italian government's reaction: Giovanbattista Fazzolari's complaint
Undersecretary to the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Giovanbattista Fazzolari , expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people , calling the attack "a cowardly Russian strategy to deliberately target civilian targets." In an official statement, Fazzolari asserted that this operation was nothing but pure and simple terrorism , highlighting the Russian military's inability to advance on the battlefield and the resulting recourse to "cruel methods." His position underscores Italy's alignment with policies condemning actions that violate international humanitarian law.
Broader context: Russia's strategy of hitting civilian targets
In recent months, Russia has intensified its use of drones and missiles against non-military infrastructure, a tactic international observers have labeled asymmetric warfare . In addition to Dnipro, other Ukrainian cities have suffered similar attacks on schools, hospitals, and energy networks, placing psychological pressure on the civilian population. Analysts believe this "cowardly strategy" aims to weaken Ukraine's will to resist, exploiting civilian vulnerability for political gain.
International reactions
The international community quickly condemned the attack, with several nations calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities against civilian targets. Humanitarian organizations have warned that each new incident of this kind increases the risk of escalation, making the search for a diplomatic solution to the conflict even more urgent. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities continue to gather evidence to present the case before international courts, demonstrating their willingness to pursue criminal accountability for the war crimes committed.