Separatists storm Donetsk airport as clashes threaten Ukraine ceasefire

October 6, 2014 | By hromedia | Reply More

Oct 06, – Despite a ceasefire declared a month ago between the Ukrainian forces and pro-Russia rebels, the biggest city in eastern Ukraine remains embroiled in fighting that includes daily artillery and rocket barrage hitting residential areas.

A priority target for the separatists, the area around the airport has been the scene of fierce battles with the Ukrainian army in recent days.

Reports suggest the rebels stormed its two terminal buildings on Saturday only to be quickly repelled by government troops.

Ukraine’s military claims they have killed a dozen pro-Russian fighters over the past 24 hours, which would make it the worst casualty figure since a ceasefire officially began on September 5.

The footage shows rebels dragging the body of one of their colleagues to safety.

Ukraine accused Russia’s military of assisting separatists as they attempt to take the airport. If they succeed, it will be the second time since the begining of the crisis that they have taken the strategic infrastructure in the eastern city.

The rebels, in turn have accused Ukrainian government forces of breaching the truce.

Press journalist for HRO media – Norberto Lluch reports.