The attack in the hamlet of Shumi, reported by the Joint Forces Operation, was the most significant violation this year of a ceasefire — under which fighting has declined. 

More than 13,000 people have died in the conflict. 

The Ukrainian statement blamed the mortar attack on Russian troops. Russia has consistently denied having a military presence in the region. 

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