Russian Missile Strike on Poltava Military Institute Claims 55 Lives

A Russian missile strike on a military institute in Poltava, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 55 individuals, with 328 wounded. The rescue operation has concluded, according to the emergency service's statement on Telegram.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 05-09-2024 20:36 IST | Created: 05-09-2024 20:36 IST
Russian Missile Strike on Poltava Military Institute Claims 55 Lives
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The death toll from a Russian missile strike on a military institute in the central Ukrainian town of Poltava on Tuesday has risen to 55. The emergency service confirmed the increased casualty numbers on Thursday as the rescue operation concluded.

A total of 328 people were reported wounded, according to information shared by the emergency service on Telegram. The rescue teams worked tirelessly to account for all affected individuals.

This tragic event underscores the ongoing conflict's devastating impact on communities and the dire humanitarian crisis in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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