Tragedy struck the town of Rylsk in Russia's Kursk region on Friday as a missile attack resulted in six fatalities and ten injuries. The acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexander Khinshtein, confirmed the devastating incident through a statement on Telegram.
The large-scale missile assault by Ukrainian forces targeted Rylsk earlier on Friday, leading to widespread chaos and destruction. Emergency responders, including rescuers and firefighters, rushed to the scene to aid the victims. However, their efforts were hampered by ongoing strikes from Ukrainian missiles, complicating rescue operations.
Khinshtein also reported that several U.S.-supplied HIMARS missile systems were intercepted and shot down by Russian air defense forces, preventing further devastation. The persistent attacks underscore the ongoing tensions and the volatile security situation in the region.
As the community grapples with the aftermath, the international community continues to monitor the situation closely, highlighting the urgent need for de-escalation and peace talks.
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Six killed in Ukrainian missile attack on Russia's Kursk region
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