Russia hits kindergarten in Sumy: Latest on casualties (photos)

A drone hit a local kindergarten, killing two women and leaving seven others injured.

Acting Sumy Mayor Artem Kobzar and Head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration Oleh Hryhorov provided details on the attack.

Russia strikes kindergarten in Sumy — details

According to Hryhorov, the strike directly hit the educational facility.

«Unfortunately, two female employees were killed in the Russian strike on the educational facility in Sumy. The victims were women aged 48 and 45. My deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased,» Oleh Hryhorov stated.

Artem Kobzar also confirmed the number of casualties:

«As of now, 7 people are reported injured following the enemy strike on Sumy. Unfortunately, two people were killed. On behalf of the Sumy city territorial community and myself personally, I express sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased.»

All seven victims received medical care. While most are being treated as outpatients, one 52-year-old woman remains in critical condition with severe blast injuries.

Around 10 enemy UAVs were detected during the morning raid. Despite interceptions, two «Shahed» drones struck the kindergarten building.

Emergency services remain on-site clearing the aftermath. Psychologists and medical teams are assisting witnesses and relatives of the victims.