Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian City Leaves Eight Dead and Dozens Injured
In a devastating attack, Russia launched a massive drone and missile strike against a nine-story building in Sumy, Ukraine, killing eight people, including two children, and wounding dozens more. The city of Sumy, situated approximately 40 kilometers from the Russian border, bore the brunt of the assault.
According to Ukraine's Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko, the victims of the attack included both adults and minors. More than 400 people were evacuated from the building in the hours leading up to the strike as a precautionary measure, with rescuers working tirelessly to locate and assist any individuals still trapped within the damaged structure.
Eyewitnesses describe the scene as one of utter chaos and destruction, with buildings throughout the city reported to be taking damage from the prolonged and intense bombardment. This recent attack has been described by officials as the largest in recent months, marking a stark escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.