13-04-2025

Russia Launches Deadly Airstrike on Sumy, Ukraine

Date: 13-04-2025
Sources: edition.cnn.com: 2 | washingtonpost.com: 1
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Summary

A Russian airstrike on Palm Sunday killed at least 34 people, including children, and wounded 117 others in Sumy, Ukraine, marking the deadliest attack on Ukrainian civilians this year and sparking international condemnation.

Key Points

  • Russian ballistic missiles hit Sumy city center, damaging 20 buildings
  • At least 34 people killed, including two children, and 117 wounded
  • Attack condemned by Ukraine's allies, including the US, EU, and France

Articles in this Cluster

Sumy, Ukraine: Russian strikes on city kill 34, in deadliest attack this year | CNNClose icon

A Russian airstrike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy on Palm Sunday killed at least 34 people, including two children, and wounded 117 others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the attack was carried out by ballistic missiles, with one hitting a university building and another exploding over a street, and accused Russia of "deliberate targeting of civilians." The strikes damaged 20 buildings, including apartments, cafes, and shops, and were condemned by Ukraine's allies, including the US, EU, and France. Ukrainian officials said cluster munitions were likely used in the attack, which is considered the deadliest of the conflict this year and the worst single attack on Ukrainian civilians since 2023.
Entities: Sumy, Ukraine, Russia, Volodymyr Zelensky, CNNTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Video: Russian airstrike on Palm Sunday deadliest of the year | CNNClose icon

A Russian airstrike on Palm Sunday killed over 30 people, including children, in Sumy, Ukraine, marking the deadliest single attack on Ukrainian civilians since 2023 as they gathered for Palm Sunday services.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Sumy, CNN, Palm SundayTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Russian missile strike in Sumy, Ukraine, kills 32, officials say - The Washington Post

A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy killed at least 34 people, including two children, on Palm Sunday, as families attended church services. Ukrainian officials said two ballistic missiles were launched at the city's downtown area, fueling concerns over Russia's intent to end the war, amid calls from US President Donald Trump for a ceasefire.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Sumy, The Washington Post, Donald TrumpTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform