Russians attack residential building in Hlukhiv, Sumy Oblast, killing 12 people, including 8-year-old child – photos
At least 12 people, including a child, were killed in a Russian attack on a temporary accommodation facility in Hlukhiv, Sumy Oblast, late on 18 November. There may still be people trapped under the rubble.
Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration on Telegram; Sumy Oblast Prosecutor’s Office on Facebook ; State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) on Telegram
Updated: Later, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that seven people had been killed in a Russian strike on Hlukhiv.
Later, the SES reported that 11 people had been killed. The death toll subsequently rose to 12.
Quote from SES: "The death toll in Hlukhiv has risen to 12 people, including one child! Eleven people were injured, including two children. Rescue workers continue their efforts and search for people. There are probably two more people trapped under the rubble."
Details: Sumy Oblast Prosecutor’s Office specified that an eight-year-old boy had been killed in the attack.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing at the site of the attack. There may still be people trapped under the rubble.
Background:
- It was reported that an explosion had rocked Hlukhiv, Sumy Oblast, late on Monday evening. The media reported that a Russian UAV hit a residential building, resulting in deaths and injuries. It was also reported that there may be people trapped under the rubble.
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