**Russian Missile Strike on Dnipro Leaves One Dead, Six Injured**
A devastating Russian missile strike on the city of Dnipro in Ukraine’s central-east region has claimed one life and injured six others, including a 55-year-old woman in serious condition. The attack, which occurred on April 10, also destroyed part of a storage facility belonging to Biosphere Corporation, a Ukrainian manufacturer of household goods.
According to Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor Serhii Lysak, the strike caused significant damage to a civilian facility and sparked a large-scale fire that firefighters are still working to contain. The injured individuals are being treated in hospital, with two people in moderate condition and one in serious condition.
The attack is the latest in a series of repeated Russian missile and drone strikes on Dnipro since the start of the full-scale invasion. Moscow’s refusal to accept a 30-day ceasefire proposal from the US has added to tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
**Russian Forces Use Drones to Scatter Explosive Devices**
In another development, the Ukrainian Interior Ministry has warned that Russian forces have begun using drones to scatter explosive devices across the country. The ministry said that this new tactic poses a significant threat to civilians and called on people to remain vigilant.
Meanwhile, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has interrogated two Chinese nationals captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the involvement of Chinese nationals as part of a “systemic” recruitment effort organized by Moscow, not isolated incidents.
**Ukraine Prepares to Meet US on Minerals Agreement**
As tensions remain high between Russia and Ukraine, the country is gearing up for technical consultations with the US on the minerals agreement. Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna announced that Ukraine will begin discussions with the US on April 11.
The Ukrainian government has also invited Elon Musk to visit Moldova to see firsthand the impact of US development aid. The invitation comes after the Trump administration suspended USAID programs worldwide.
**UK and Germany Chair Meeting of Ukraine Defense Contact Group**
In a separate development, the UK and Germany will chair the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) in Brussels on April 11. The group aims to coordinate efforts between Western countries to support Ukraine’s military.
As Russia continues to face international pressure over its actions, the use of drones and other tactics raises concerns about the safety and security of civilians.