The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has intensified with devastating attacks on both sides. In Lviv, western Ukraine, a Russian missile strike on September 4, 2024, resulted in at least 7 deaths, including children, and injured over 40 people. The attack damaged more than 70 buildings, including residential areas, schools, and medical facilities. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovy reported that fires broke out in some homes and two schools suspended classes due to the attack.In Poltava, central Ukraine, an earlier Russian attack on September 3 targeted what Ukraine described as a military communications institute. The death toll from this attack stands at 53, with nearly 300 injured. The Russian Ministry of Defense claims the strike hit the ‘179th Combined Training Center of the Ukrainian Armed Forces,’ where specialists were allegedly being trained under the guidance of foreign instructors. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the attack hit an educational institution and a nearby hospital.Russia has also reported Ukrainian attacks on its territory. In the Belgorod region, Ukrainian forces reportedly launched 130 attacks over 24 hours, targeting 24 settlements. Governor Vasily Gladkov reported damage to several buildings and injuries to civilians. In a separate incident in the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka, Belgorod region, three civilians were killed and four injured in Ukrainian attacks.The escalating violence has raised concerns about the protection of civilians and the potential for further regional destabilization. Ukrainian officials have reiterated calls for more robust air defense systems from Western allies. Meanwhile, both sides continue to report significant military activities and losses, with each accusing the other of targeting civilian infrastructure.
Key points
- Russian missile strikes on Lviv and Poltava in Ukraine have resulted in significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
- Russia claims to have targeted military training facilities, while Ukraine reports hits on civilian areas.
- Ukraine has launched attacks on Russia’s Belgorod region, causing civilian deaths and injuries.
- Both sides accuse each other of targeting civilian infrastructure, escalating the conflict.
Contradictions👾There are conflicting reports about the targets of the Russian strikes in Poltava and Lviv.
Russia claims to have hit military targets, while Ukraine reports significant civilian casualties and damage to non-military infrastructure.
👾The exact number of casualties in Lviv varies slightly between reports, with some sources citing 7 deaths and others mentioning 5.
