1. Skip to content
  2. Skip to main menu
  3. Skip to more DW sites
ConflictsUkraine

Russian strike on Sumy

01:37

This browser does not support the video element.

Anja Koch
April 13, 2025

Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian ballistic missile attack has killed more than 30 people and injured dozens. Kyiv said two ballistic missiles hit the center of Sumy in the northeast. European and US officials have condemned the attack, one of the deadliest in months.

A warning, viewers may find the following images disturbing.

This report covers a Russian ballistic missile strike on Sumy, a city in northeastern Ukraine. The attack caused significant destruction to civilian infrastructure, leading to numerous casualties and injuries. Ukrainian authorities condemned the strike and emphasized the need for international support to prevent further attacks and aid the affected areas.

Skip next section DW's Top Story

DW's Top Story

Skip next section More stories from DW