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Russia bombs school in Ukraine: 33 killed, 50 missing

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Russia bombs a school shelter in Ukraine

At least 33 people are dead. About 50 more are still missing.

Monday

What happened

Russia struck a school in Komyshuvakha, in the Zaporizhzhia region, on Monday, November 2.

The building

It was not a school day

The school held no classes. It was a shelter and a place where locals got food aid every Monday.

Attack

The first strike

Bombs fell as people gathered for food. Then Russia struck again, with nine more bombs.

Tactic

A double-tap strike

A double-tap means a second attack on the same spot, aimed at the rescuers who rush in.

Victims

Rescuers died too

Two first responders and four police officers were killed in the follow-up strikes.

Weapons

Heavy bombs

Russia used KAB-500 and FAB-3000 bombs. A three-ton bomb can break a concrete bunker.

Damage

The shelter broke

The school had a new EU-funded reinforced basement. The blast still collapsed the concrete.

Reaction

The UN speaks out

The UN says the aid schedule was public. Russia either knew or failed to check.

Response

Russia denies

Russia says it hit Ukrainian military units. Both sides deny targeting civilians on purpose.

Next

What comes next

Rescue work goes on. The death toll may rise. Ukraine is asking for more air defense.

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