authorities in Romania condemn lethal Russian assault on Ukrainian municipality of Sumy
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The horrific missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, carried out by Russia, has left a trail of devastation and grief, with at least 34 lives lost and over 110 injured, including two innocent children. This philistine act unfolded on the solemn occasion of Palm Sunday.
Russian interim president Ilie Bolojan expressed his sympathies in a heart-wrenching social media post, stating, "It's a heartbreaking sight from Sumy on this Palm Sunday, as Russian missiles incinerated innocent lives. Our thoughts are with the Ukrainian people and the families of the victims. We're steadfast in our support for the relentless pursuit of peace and the eradication of these heinous acts."
Marcel Ciolacu, the Romanian prime minister, followed suit, echoing the sentiments of condemnation while offering condolences to the families of the victims. "The Romanian government stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Ukraine. Our sympathies are with the families of the victims of the odious missile attack by Russia in Sumy today. We denounce this inhumane atrocity to its core," he said.
As the city's residents sought solace in church services, the attack served as a gruesome reminder of the ongoing conflict. Bucharest mayor and presidential hopeful Nicușor Dan condemned the attack as a criminal act by Russia, "Russia unleashed ballistic missiles on Sumy as people worshipped for Palm Sunday. For weeks now, it's been apparent that Russia holds no regard for ceasefires or the pursuit of peace in good faith. Europe must remain resilient and united in the face of this brutish war tactic."
Elena Lasconi, leader of the USR party and another contender in the presidential race, described the strike as a soul-crushing act of savagery, "Thirty lives extinguished in an instant. Thirty families that will forever carry the weight of this pain. These people's only 'misdemeanor' was obstructing Putin's twisted ambitions to deprive others of their freedom and dignity. Tyranny transcends borders; these tragedies demand our attention and action."
The attack comes amidst a conundrum for US officials seeking a resolution to the ongoing war in Ukraine. When asked about the deadly missile strike, President Donald Trump called it "awful" and claimed to have been informed that Russia had made an error, but provided no further details. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has implored Trump to visit Ukraine and witness the destruction wrought by Russia's military aggression.
As the deadliest attack on civilians this year in Ukraine, this incident draws renewed attention to ongoing international efforts to bring peace and an end to suffering.
Article by Irina Marica, originally published at our website. Cover photo source: Facebook/Volodymyr Zelensky.
- The Russian interim president expressed his sympathies for the victims of the missile attack in Sumy, Ukraine, stating that it was heartbreaking to witness the grief and destruction on Palm Sunday.
- Romanian prime minister Marcel Ciolacu condemned the attack, offering condolences to the families of the victims and stating that the Romanian government stands with Ukraine.
- The missile attack in Sumy serves as a gruesome reminder of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and underscores the lack of regard for ceasefires and peace by Russia.
- The deadly missile strike in Ukraine has drawn renewed attention to ongoing international efforts to bring peace and an end to the suffering, particularly in the context of war-and-conflicts and politics, and general news.
