Russia hits Ukraine: loss of life increases

The death toll in the Russian rocket attack in the Ukrainian city of Uman rises to 23.

In the statement made by the Emergency Situations Service of Ukraine, “After the attack, a part of the multi-storey building was demolished. Search and rescue efforts took more than a day to complete. Unfortunately, 23 people died, including 6 children. 17 people were rescued and 19 injured,” he said.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy made a statement on the Russian-organized rocket attack on the Ukrainian city of Uman.

Zelenskiy said: “We will do everything possible to hold the terrorist state accountable for its actions as soon as possible.”

Expressing that those who organized the attack will be held accountable, Ukraine’s President Zelensky said: “We will do everything possible to hold the terrorist state accountable for its actions as soon as possible. Anyone preparing these types of missile attacks should know that they will be complicit in the murder. Anyone who directs and launches missiles, use planes and ships for terror. Not just the ones who gave orders, you are all terrorists and murderers and you should all be punished. 6 children lost their lives in this attack in Uman, a total of 23 people were killed. May your memories be bright. My condolences to all his family and friends,” he expressed.