Overview
- Two Russian ballistic missiles struck Sumy, targeting civilians gathered for Palm Sunday, causing widespread destruction.
- Ukrainian officials confirmed 34 fatalities, including two children, and at least 117 injuries, with ongoing rescue efforts.
- The attack caused severe damage to streets, homes, vehicles, and a local training facility, as images showed extensive devastation.
- Ukrainian leaders and international figures, including US envoy Keith Kellogg, denounced the strike as a war crime requiring decisive global action.
- This escalation follows Russia's confirmed downing of a Ukrainian F-16, highlighting intensified conflict dynamics in the region.