September 3rd 2024.
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a tragic event has occurred in the central-eastern region of Ukraine. Two Russian ballistic missiles have struck a military training facility and nearby hospital, causing the death of 41 people and injuring 180 others. The strike took place in the city of Poltava, which is also the capital of the region. Located around 350 kilometers southeast of Kyiv, Poltava is a major transportation hub between the capital and Kharkiv, the second-largest city in Ukraine situated near the Russian border.
This attack is believed to be one of the deadliest carried out by Russian forces since the beginning of the war more than 900 days ago on February 24, 2022. President Zelenskyy expressed his shock and sorrow in a video posted on his Telegram channel, stating that one of the buildings of the Institute of Communications was partially destroyed, leaving many people trapped under the rubble. He also mentioned that all necessary services were involved in the rescue operation and that a full investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of this tragedy.
The missiles hit while the air raid alert was sounding, catching many people off guard as they were on their way to seek shelter. The Ukrainian Defence Ministry described this attack as "barbaric," and stated that 25 people were saved, with 11 of them being rescued from the rubble. The governor of Poltava, Filip Pronin, announced three days of mourning starting from Wednesday, calling it a great tragedy for the region and the entire country. He also emphasized that the enemy must be held accountable for their crimes against humanity.
Coincidentally, this attack happened on the same day that Russian President Vladimir Putin was visiting Mongolia. However, there is no indication that his hosts will take any action against him, despite being wanted on an international warrant for alleged war crimes. President Zelenskyy used this opportunity to urge Ukraine's Western partners to expedite the delivery of military aid, as well as loosening restrictions on targets in Russian territory. He has previously criticized the US and European countries for being slow to fulfill their promises of assistance.
Zelenskyy believes that Ukraine needs air defense systems and missiles immediately, instead of having them sit in storage. He also stressed the importance of long-range strikes that can protect them from future Russian attacks. In a message written in English on Telegram, he stated that every delay means more lives lost, and the situation cannot wait any longer. In light of these recent events, the public is urged to stay informed through our WhatsApp channel, where we provide breaking news, updates on celebrities, and sports news without any comments or algorithms. Your privacy is our priority.
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