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Russian Drone Strike in Cherkasy Kills Child, Injures 12

4/15/2026

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A Russian drone attack on Cherkasy on April 14 killed an 8-year-old boy and injured 12 others.
Regional Governor Ihor Taburets said nine of the injured, including a child, were hospitalized.
The attack damaged at least four multi-story residential buildings.
Air defense forces intercepted nine enemy drones during the assault.

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A Russian drone attack on Cherkasy on April 14 killed an 8-year-old boy and injured 12 others.
Regional Governor Ihor Taburets said nine of the injured, including a child, were hospitalized.
The attack damaged at least four multi-story residential buildings.
Air defense forces intercepted nine enemy drones during the assault.