Tragedy in Poltava: Russian Strike Claims 55 Lives as Rescue Efforts Continue

World Watch News Podcast

05-09-2024 • 1 min

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Join us in this poignant episode as we delve into the devastating aftermath of the recent Russian missile strike on Poltava, which has claimed the lives of at least 55 individuals and left a city in chaos. We discuss the targeted attacks on a local educational training center and hospital, and hear firsthand accounts from survivors who experienced the horror of this rapid assault. With rescue teams working tirelessly to clear over 2,000 tonnes of rubble, we explore the ongoing search for potential survivors and the rising death toll, now at 328. As the international community responds to this calculated act of aggression, we reflect on the deepening humanitarian crisis and the urgent need for support. Tune in for a sobering look at the human cost of war and the resilience of those affected.Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine