Russian attack on Sumy injures 88 people, including 17 children
Photo: Russian forces launched a missile strike on Sumy (smr.gov.ua)
At least 88 civilians were injured as a result of a Russian missile strike on Sumy, according to the Sumy City Council.
"The number of injured has risen to 88," the city council's statement reads.
Photo: aftermath of the bombing in Sumy (smr.gov.ua)
Photo: aftermath of the bombing in Sumy (smr.gov.ua)
Photo: aftermath of the bombing in Sumy (smr.gov.ua)
It was specified that among the injured are 17 children.
Bombing of Sumy
Russian forces launched a missile strike on the center of Sumy this afternoon. Initially, local authorities reported 28 injured, but the number has since increased.
The Russian army targeted a densely populated area of the city. The attack damaged a school and several apartment buildings.
Rescuers reported that multiple fires broke out due to the strike. They also evacuated 40 children and 16 adults.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha, pointed out that this attack occurred amid Russia's empty claims about peace. He called on the West to pressure Russia to continue diplomatic efforts.
