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Russian Missile Strike on Sumy Residential Building Kills 8, Injures 50

Nov 17, 2024, 08:35 PM

A Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential building in Sumy, Ukraine, has resulted in at least 8 deaths and 50 injuries. The attack, which occurred on November 17, targeted a nine-story building in a densely populated area in the Sumy region near the Russian border. Among the victims are two children, including a 14-year-old girl and an 8-year-old boy. Rescue operations are ongoing, and authorities warn that the death toll may rise. Over 400 residents have been evacuated from the affected area.