Damage to Kurakhove Reservoir Dam Threatens Villages

Recent Russian strikes have severely damaged the Ternovskaya dam at the Kurakhovo Reservoir in eastern Ukraine, prompting warnings of potential flooding in nearby villages along the Vovcha River. The governor of Donetsk region reported a significant rise in water levels, with some areas experiencing increases of up to 1.2 meters, putting multiple settlements at risk. Local officials indicated that the dam's damage is likely due to ongoing shelling, making inspections difficult, and emergency services are monitoring the situation closely. Reports vary on whether the dam was destroyed by Russian forces or if the Ukrainian military was responsible for the explosion, as both sides continue to engage in heavy fighting in the region. The dam's destruction has raised fears of flooding in several localities, including Stari Terny and other downstream settlements in both Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions. As the conflict escalates, the situation remains fluid, with uncertainties surrounding the extent of the damage and the number of residents affected.