A new bloodbath in Ukraine, as 41 people lost their lives and more than 180 were injured as a result of a Russian attack with two ballistic missiles in Poltava, in the eastern part of the country, as reported by Volodymyr Zelensky.
Occupiers attacked Poltava: 41 people killed, more than 180 wounded
— NEXTA (@nexta_tv) September 3, 2024
According to preliminary reports, the Russian army launched ballistic strikes on the building of the Institute of Communications and a nearby hospital. pic.twitter.com/XnHV3xhDKP
“We received preliminary reports about the Russian attack in Poltava. According to the information available so far, two ballistic missiles hit the grounds of an educational institution and a nearby hospital. One of the buildings of the Communications Institute was partially destroyed.
Hospitals, educational institutions, dozens of murdered people… 41 at this moment.
— Victoria (@victoriaslog) September 3, 2024
I can’t believe the world is just watching Russia do all this, hoping the war won’t reach them. Poltava 🕯️ pic.twitter.com/MtKIEsUrVY
People were buried under the rubble. Many were rescued. More than 180 people were injured.
Unfortunately, there are currently 41 dead. My condolences to all the relatives and friends,” the Ukrainian president said.
Zelensky announced that he has ordered a full and immediate investigation into all the circumstances of the incident.
