Ukrainians flee front line amid Russian drone strikes

As international efforts to kickstart Russia-Ukraine peace talks continue, increasing numbers of Ukrainian residents living near the front lines are fleeing to safety to escape ongoing Russian drone attacks. Numbers are currently so high they threaten to overwhelm transit centres that help evacuees find temporary accommodation, workers said. 

Aug 21, 2025 - 00:03
Ukrainians flee front line amid Russian drone strikes
As international efforts to kickstart Russia-Ukraine peace talks continue, increasing numbers of Ukrainian residents living near the front lines are fleeing to safety to escape ongoing Russian drone attacks. Numbers are currently so high they threaten to overwhelm transit centres that help evacuees find temporary accommodation, workers said.