“Sincerely condolences to the families and friends of those who died today in an accident between Torez and Shakhtyorsk.

The tragedy on the T-0517 highway claimed the lives of 16 people, among them were our defenders.

Four passengers were injured.

I wish them a speedy recovery," he wrote on his Telegram channel.

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Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic Larisa Tolstykina was instructed to quickly work out the necessary measures to support the families of the dead and injured.

All services are on site.