UPDATED: Russians shelled civilian homes in Sloviansk, 15 people died

This was reported by the head of the Office of the President, Andriy Yermak.

According to him, shells hit three five-story buildings.

As of now, there is one confirmed fatality and six wounded.

Meanwhile, “Radio Liberty” reports from the scene that there are people, including a child, trapped under the rubble of one of the buildings.

A rescue operation is currently underway.

UPDATED: As of 18:00, there are 5 confirmed dead and 15 injured. There is a possibility that seven people, including one child, are trapped under the rubble.

UPDATED on April 17th at 10:30: Eight missiles were launched from the S-300 air defense system in the city. Thirty-nine people were victims of this attack: fifteen of them were killed and twenty-four were wounded.

Photo: Andriy Yermak

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