Russian missile strike on Ukraine's Sumy kills 'many,' mayor says
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A Russian missile strike on Sumy, Ukraine, on Palm Sunday resulted in at least 20 confirmed deaths. The attack was described by acting Mayor Artem Kobzar as an assault on the civilian population. Amid celebrations of Palm Sunday, the city experienced a tragic loss, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by civilians in conflict zones. Ukrainian officials, including Andriy Yermak, condemned the attack, emphasizing the targeting of civilians. This incident further escalates concerns about the continued violence in the region.
The enemy struck the civilian population again, acting Mayor Artem Kobzar wrote on Telegram. At least 20 people were confirmed killed, Kobzar said.
On this bright day of Palm Sunday, our community suffered a terrible tragedy, he wrote.
Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine's presidential office, wrote, 'The Russians hit the city of Sumy with missiles, killing civilians.'
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