Kyiv [Ukraine], September 3: Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy on Tuesday said that over 180 people were injured and 41 people died as a result of a Russian attack on the city of Poltava.
Sharing a post on X, Zelenskyy informed that he received information about a Russian strike in Poltava that targeted an educational institution and a nearby hospital, partially destroying one of the telecommunications institute's buildings.
He said, "I received preliminary reports on the Russian strike in Poltava. According to available information, two ballistic missiles hit the area."
Expressing his heartfelt condolences, Zelenskyy said, "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."
The Ukrainian President has also called for an investigation and expressed his thankfulness to the ones who have been helping following the Russian strike.
"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," Zelenskyy said on X.
(ANI)