Russian missiles destroy telecommunications institute’s buildings in Ukraine

Russian missiles destroy telecommunications institute’s building in Ukraine on Tuesday.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine, on Tuesday, acknowledged preliminary reports on Russian strike in Poltava, noting that they were targeted at educational institution and nearby hospital, and partially destroyed one of the telecommunications institute’s building.

Zelensky said that two ballistic missiles hit the area. The country was unable to prevent the Russian missiles from causing havoc.

Zelensky, in a statement declared @ZelenskyyUa “I received preliminary reports on the Russian strike in Poltava. According to available information, two ballistic missiles hit the area. They targeted an educational institution and a nearby hospital, partially destroying one of the telecommunications institute’s buildings.

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“People were trapped under the rubble. Many people were rescued, but more than 180 were injured. Unfortunately, there are many casualties. As of now, we know that 41 people were killed. My deepest condolences to all of their relatives and loved ones.

“I ordered a full and prompt investigation into all of the circumstances of what happened. “All necessary services are involved in the rescue operation. I am grateful to everyone who has been helping and saving lives from the very first moments following the strike.

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“The Russian scum will surely pay for this strike. We continue to urge everyone in the world who has the power to stop this terror: Ukraine needs air defense systems and missiles now, not sitting in storage. Long-range strikes that can protect us from Russian terror are needed now, not later. Every day of delay, unfortunately, means more lost lives.

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“Eternal memory to all those whose lives were taken by Russia.”