Russian Attacks Kill Civilians in Sumy and Balakliya; Ship Hit Near Odesa

Russian attacks have claimed civilian lives in multiple Ukrainian regions. In the northern Sumy region, three people were killed and at least 19 injured across several settlements. The city of Sumy itself sustained damage from guided aerial bombs, resulting in 12 injuries, according to local authorities and police.

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In several settlements, at least 19 people were injured, and in the city of Sumy, twelve people were injured by guided aerial bombs.

Further east, the city of Balakliya also reported three fatalities due to a Russian assault. The overnight attack triggered fires, with emergency services actively engaged in firefighting and debris removal, as stated by local authorities on Telegram.

In the southern Kherson region, a drone strike targeted a delivery van, injuring six individuals, according to the regional administration. Meanwhile, in the Black Sea, a Russian attack on a cargo ship flying the flag of Guinea-Bissau, the "Mera Queen," resulted in the death of one crew member and significant damage. The ship was carrying wheat.

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Through the night attack, fires broke out, and rescue workers are working to extinguish the fire and clear the debris.

Russia has intensified its strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea ports, aiming to disrupt trade and export routes. Moscow claims these actions are justified by the alleged transport of weapons on commercial vessels destined for the Ukrainian military. Both Russia and Ukraine maintain their positions, with each country denying targeting civilians in the ongoing conflict that began in February 2022.

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The 'Mera Queen,' flying the flag of Guinea-Bissau, was hit and damaged late Wednesday evening, and a fire broke out.