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Russia strikes Ukraine's Sumy region with missile: Killed and injured reported

Russia strikes Ukraine's Sumy region with missile: Killed and injured reported Photo: Russian rocket strike on Sumy region kills at least two people (Getty Images)
Author: Liliana Oleniak

There are casualties in the Sumy region as a result of a Russian missile strike. Rescuers are conducting a search and rescue operation, according to Oleh Gryhorov, head of the Sumy regional military administration.

On Tuesday, August 5, at around 10 a.m., the Russian army launched a missile strike on the Sumy region.

The Pishchane village head of the Sumy community came under fire.

According to preliminary data, the missile hit an agricultural enterprise. At least 2 people were killed in the attack.

There are also reports of casualties who are receiving medical assistance.

Rescue workers and emergency services are working at the site of the strike. The search and rescue operation is ongoing.

Details of the consequences of the Russian strike are being clarified.

It has been reported that as a result of the enemy attack, two employees of the enterprise — a 54-year-old and a 55-year-old man — were killed.

Russian attack on Sumy

On July 18, Russians launched missile and drone strikes on Sumy with shrapnel ammunition. Russia deliberately targets the civilian population, using terrorist tactics.

On July 14, 3 Russian drone attacks were also carried out on the city. At that time, Russians struck an educational institution, where 6 people were injured and the building was significantly damaged. In addition, a Russian drone hit a medical facility.