Russian attack on Sumi, 24 people died
Dozens of civilians have been killed or injured in a Russian ballistic attack on the city of Sumi, Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski said in a statement on social media.
The attack took place on an ordinary city street, where residential buildings, educational institutions and vehicles were affected. According to Greenski, the attack happened on flowerbeds, a Christian holiday, making it even more difficult for locals.
Preliminary information indicates dozens of dead and injured civilians. Greenski expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and noted that a rescue operation was under way, by hiring all competent services. He condemned the attack, calling the perpetrators « disgusting criminals » and called for a decisive international response. The world must react firmly. US, Europe, all in the world that want the end of this war and these killings. Russia wants such terror and continues the war. Without pressure on Russia, peace is impossible, « Zelenski said.
He added that negotiations could not stop ballistic missiles and air bombs, calling for a stricter relationship with Russia as a terrorist state. Greenski thanked everyone who supported Ukraine in the defense of the lives of its citizens.
Ukraine said Russia had carried out more attacks on the city of Sumi in northeast Ukraine. The mayor of the city said at least 20 people were killed.
Emergency employees arrived at the scene of the first attack were injured in the second attack.
