Carpathian Clashes: Police Retreat After Gunfire Exchange with Roma Group

On May 29, 2025, a violent clash occurred in the Carpathian region of Ukraine involving border guards, police officers, and a large group of Roma people. According to the video, the incident began during a police raid in a Roma settlement. Gunfire erupted, with rubber bullets used, resulting in numerous injuries. A witness, whose identity is being withheld for safety reasons, stated, "It was chaos. People were running, screaming. The police fired shots, and then they just ran away." The police and border guards' retreat was attributed to being overwhelmed by the large number of Roma people who retaliated. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact sequence of events and the extent of the injuries. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and challenges in the region.