Drone Strike Kills 16 at College in Starobilsk

Drone strike in Starobilsk kills 16

Russian officials confirm death toll from drone attack at college and hostel in Starobilsk has risen to 16.

Emergency Ministry spokesperson reports four more children’s bodies recovered, total fatalities now 16.

At least five individuals still trapped under debris, Russian authorities say.

Attack reportedly carried out by Ukrainian forces on night of May 22, targeting Luhansk Pedagogical University’s vocational college and hostel.

Officials state 86 students aged 14-18 were inside building at time of strike.

Rescue teams continue clearing rubble and searching for missing persons; injured transported to hospitals.

Russia condemns attack as “dangerous terrorist act” against civilian and educational facilities.