A devastating Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian military academy and nearby hospital in Poltava has resulted in the deaths of over 50 people and injuries to over 200. The attack, one of the deadliest since the war began, has been condemned by Ukrainian officials and has raised concerns about the targeting of civilian infrastructure.
The UK and Germany have condemned Russia’s missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Poltava, which killed at least 51 people. The attack, one of the deadliest of the war, targeted a military education facility and a nearby hospital. Ukrainian officials are investigating the circumstances of the strike, while international leaders call for accountability.
Two Russian ballistic missiles struck a military training facility and a nearby hospital in Poltava, Ukraine, killing at least 41 people and injuring 180 others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered a full investigation into the attack.
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine on Monday, targeting energy infrastructure and killing at least four people. The attack, which involved over 100 missiles and drones, is the largest since the start of the war. Ukrainian officials called for long-range weapons and the ability to strike targets inside Russia, while the U.S. announced increased air defense support for Ukraine.
Ukraine suffered a devastating barrage of over 100 missiles and 100 drones launched by Russia on August 26th, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The attack caused widespread damage to power infrastructure, prompting emergency blackouts and disrupting train schedules. Zelensky appealed to European allies for greater support, urging them to provide fighter jets and lift restrictions on long-range weapons.
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine on August 26, targeting energy infrastructure and killing at least three people. This is considered Russia’s biggest attack in weeks, with explosions reported across the country, including Kyiv. The attack has caused power and water outages in several cities, and emergency blackouts have been implemented. The attack also triggered the activation of Polish and NATO air defenses in eastern Poland.
Russia launched its third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv this month, targeting the Ukrainian capital for the third time in August. Ukrainian forces successfully intercepted most of the projectiles, but debris caused damage to homes in the Kyiv region. The attack came after a week of intense Russian bombardment across Ukraine, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict.
Explosions shook Kyiv on Saturday night as Ukraine’s air force reported two Russian missiles heading towards the city. Air raid sirens sounded, and the city’s air defense systems were activated. The attacks come amid growing concern about potential Russian retaliation for Ukrainian offensives within Russia. Meanwhile, Russia reported casualties in Kursk from debris falling from a downed Ukrainian missile.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden, marking the first such attack since Israel struck a Houthi-controlled port last month. The attack was allegedly in retaliation for the ship’s owner violating a ban on entering ports in ‘occupied Palestine,’ according to the Houthis. While the ship sustained minor damage, all crew members remained safe. This incident follows a pattern of attacks by the Houthis on commercial ships in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea since November, aimed at supporting Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
The Indian Navy swiftly responded to a distress call from the Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MV Andromeda Star after it came under missile attack from Houthi militants in the Red Sea on April 26. The Indian destroyer INS Kochi intercepted the vessel, conducted an aerial reconnaissance, and deployed an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team to assess the situation and neutralize any potential risks. All 30 crew members, including 22 Indian nationals, were reported safe, and the tanker was able to continue its journey to the next port. The Indian Navy’s prompt action demonstrates its commitment to safeguarding seafarers and ensuring maritime security in the region.
