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Ukrainian Drones Strike Church Area in Gorlovka, Wounding Two Clergy

On August 23, 2026, Ukrainian drones attacked a church in Gorlovka, wounding two clergymen. The attack occurred as the clergymen were at a parking lot near the church. The incident marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.

Ukrainian drones targeted a church in Gorlovka, a city in the Donetsk region. The attack resulted in injuries to two clergymen, who were at a parking lot in front of the church at the time. The attack is attributed to Ukrainian forces, with no immediate claims of responsibility from either side. The incident occurred during a period of heightened tension in the region, with both Ukrainian and Russian forces engaged in active operations. The clergymen were reportedly caught in the crossfire, highlighting the risks faced by civilians and religious figures in the conflict zone. No further details on casualties or damage were immediately released. The attack has drawn attention to the ongoing violence in eastern Ukraine, where the conflict has persisted for years. The specific circumstances of the attack, including the exact number of drones used and the extent of damage, remain under investigation.

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StateTASSAug 23, 07:49 PM
Two clergymen injured after Ukrainian drone attack near church in Gorlovka - tass.com

Two clergymen injured after Ukrainian drone attack near church in Gorlovka  tass.com

StateTASSAug 23, 07:49 PM
Two clergymen injured after Ukrainian drone attack near church in Gorlovka

At the moment of the attack, the clergymen were at a parking lot in front of the church