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Ukrainian Missile Strike on Lgov, Kursk Region Kills Four, Injures Five Including One Woman in Serious Condition

Dec 25, 2024, 08:56 AM

On December 25, 2024, the city of Lgov in Russia's Kursk region was struck by missiles launched by Ukrainian forces. The attack reportedly targeted a location associated with Russia's 810th Marine Brigade, which was believed to be situated near a sugar factory. Local authorities confirmed that four individuals lost their lives as a result of the strike, with five others hospitalized, including one woman in serious condition. The interim governor of the Kursk region, Alexánder Jinshtéin, stated that the missiles hit both civilian areas and military infrastructure. The situation surrounding the casualties and damage is still being assessed, as conflicting reports emerge regarding the nature of the targeted site. While Russian sources claim a civilian facility was hit, Ukrainian sources assert that the command post of the 810th Brigade was the actual target.