Three days of mourning announced in Poltava region after Russian attack

15:49, 03.09.2024 1 min read

Head of Poltava Regional Military Administration Pylyp Pronin has announced three days of mourning in the region after Russia's missile attack with many victims in Poltava.

"A big tragedy for Poltava region and the whole country. The treacherous enemy attack claimed 41 lives. More than 180 people were injured. The entire region will be mourning for three days starting from tomorrow," he said on the Telegram channel on Tuesday.

The official expressed condolences to the families and friends of the victims.

As reported, Russian forces inflicted a ballistic missile strike on an educational institution in Poltava, killing 41 people and injuring more than 180. There may be people under the rubble.