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Russian Missile Strike Kills 49 in Poltava, Ukraine
At least 49 people have died and 219 are wounded after a Russian missile struck Poltava, Ukraine, hitting the Poltava Military Institute of Communications. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for a prompt investigation and asked Western allies to provide military aid. Governor Filip Pronin declared three days of mourning starting Wednesday.
A Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Poltava has killed at least 49 people and wounded 219, according to local officials.
The strike targeted a building used by the Poltava Military Institute of Communications.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the incident, calling for a full investigation and urging Western partners to expedite military aid.
Poltava is situated 350 kilometers southeast of Kyiv. The attack comes as tensions escalate, with Ukrainian forces making incursions into Russia’s Kursk region.
The assault has seen roads covered in glass and pools of blood outside the targeted institution.
Governor Filip Pronin announced three days of mourning starting Wednesday, labeling the event a 'great tragedy'.
Zelenskyy reiterated the need for air defense systems and long-range missiles to counter Russian aggression.
The strike coincided with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Mongolia.
The strike targeted a building used by the Poltava Military Institute of Communications.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the incident, calling for a full investigation and urging Western partners to expedite military aid.
Poltava is situated 350 kilometers southeast of Kyiv. The attack comes as tensions escalate, with Ukrainian forces making incursions into Russia’s Kursk region.
The assault has seen roads covered in glass and pools of blood outside the targeted institution.
Governor Filip Pronin announced three days of mourning starting Wednesday, labeling the event a 'great tragedy'.
Zelenskyy reiterated the need for air defense systems and long-range missiles to counter Russian aggression.
The strike coincided with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Mongolia.