Ukraine and Russia Exchange Blame Over Deadly Air Attacks

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of overnight air attacks on their border regions. Ukrainian officials reported two deaths and four injuries in Sumy, while Russia cited three civilian injuries in Belgorod. Both regions have experienced frequent attacks, with thousands of civilians reportedly dead since the war began.

Ukraine and Russia have leveled accusations against each other for overnight air attacks along their border regions. Ukrainian officials confirmed the casualties in Sumy, with two dead and four injured, including two children. Residential houses and cars suffered damage.

In Belgorod, Russia, three civilians, including two children, were reportedly injured by Ukraine's air attack. Regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported two residential buildings destroyed and over 15 buildings damaged.

The Russian defense ministry stated that they intercepted and destroyed two Ukraine-launched drones over Belgorod. Both sides deny targeting civilians, focusing on each other's war-related infrastructure. The conflict, which began with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, has resulted in thousands of civilian deaths and massive displacement.

(With inputs from agencies.)