Double‑tap missile blast in Ukraine claims 32 lives, injures 99 in devastating attack

Double‑tap missile blast in Ukraine claims 32 lives, injures 99 in devastating attack

Sumy Strikes Again: Second Missile Brings Devastation

Serhii Kryvosheienko, head of the Sumy City Military Administration, confirmed that a second ballistic missile blast on the holiday of Palm Sunday brought the highest count of civilian deaths and injuries in the region.

What We Know About the Attack

  • Timing & Location: The second missile detonated roughly 200 meters from the first explosion, ripping through residential zones, schools, and local shops.
  • Weapon: Analysts say it was a line‑of‑sight ballistic missile likely packed with shrapnel, causing a wide‑area blast.
  • Casualty Profile: Early reports point to the shrapnel as the main wrecking crew, delivering the grim headline “massive civilian casualties.”

Official Reactions

“It’s the colossal cruelty of Russian terror,” Kryvosheienko declared. “Two rockets hit Sumy today. The second strike was a brought-on‑by‑ballistic blast that took a heavy toll on people.”

In the same breath, he added: “Based on preliminary findings, most of the casualties stem from the shrapnel released into the air.”

Next Steps

The administration is calling for an immediate humanitarian response and a thorough investigation into the weapons used. Meanwhile, residents are urged to stay safe and report any additional incidents.

Stay Informed

Keep an eye on updates from local authorities and international news outlets for continuing coverage of this tragic event.

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The Somber Reality Behind Two Ballistic Missiles in Sumy

Meanwhile, the city of Sumy has become a backdrop for a tragic series of events. Russian forces targeted the region with two deadly ballistic missiles, creating a grim tableau that feels like a twisted war movie plot. The day’s calm was shattered when the missiles arrived in the city centre just as crowds were simmering for Palm Sunday.

What Happened?

  • Two ballistic missiles launched from Russian military bases struck Sumy’s heart.
  • One of the missiles carried deadly cluster munitions that exploded above the city, adding a layer of chaos.
  • Residents were caught in the crossfire as they gathered for a religious celebration.

Casualty Count as of the 3:35 PM Update

  • At least 32 people lost their lives, including children.
  • There are 99 injured—-and among them, 11 children.

Responses from the Front Lines

State Emergency Services reported the following: “Sumy: as of 3:35 PM (Kyiv time), the number of injured has risen to 99, including 11 children.”

In a controversial post on X, Trump’s Special Envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, blasted the attack as “a clearly planned assault on civilians” and called it a crossing of any line of decency. He described the event as a “Palm Sunday attack” that ditched genocide for gunpowder and grief.

Sumy’s acting mayor, Artem Kobzar, echoed these sentiments on social media: “Today’s missile strike resulted in many dead and wounded as the enemy mercilessly struck the peaceful population.”

Interior Minister Osipov warned casualties might mount: “Russia launched two ballistic missile strikes on Sumy this morning. The city center was clearly recorded as a target. Today is Palm Sunday, a day when many people were out on the street, and the church where the consecration took place is located nearby. It was at this moment that the Russians struck, clearly realizing they were hitting civilians.”

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