A tragic event occurred in Sumy region — as a result of a missile and airstrike by Russian forces, a peaceful resident was killed
According to preliminary information, this was caused by the deliberate use of a guided air bomb against civilian infrastructure in the Yunakivska community, which is confirmed by official information from the Office of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine. The incident took place on June 17, 2025, around 4:00 p.m. According to reports from investigative authorities, Russian troops deliberately dropped a guided air munitions exactly onto the residential sector of one of the most vulnerable communities in northern Sumy region. This was a planned and targeted attack, which resulted in severe consequences for local residents. Investigators state that as a result of the attack, a 46-year-old resident of Yunakivska community died in his own home. This is one of the few cases where Russian aviation deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure, leaving numerous families unprotected who are already suffering hardships due to the ongoing war. Local residents and witnesses speak of a high likelihood of the house where the victim lived being destroyed, as well as a strong explosion that occurred around 4 p.m., as confirmed by many eyewitnesses. The Office of the Prosecutor General emphasizes that this is a deliberate aggression against the peaceful population of Ukraine, which violates all international conventions and human norms. The exact location and time of the attack are being established, after which specialists will commence investigative actions to determine all circumstances of the tragedy and hold those responsible accountable. Investigative examinations are ongoing to identify the type of munition used and all details of the crime. Work has already begun in local communities to recover from the destruction, and residents express deep sorrow and grief over the loss of their fellow villager. Authorities and law enforcement urge citizens to remain calm and vigilant, as such aggression indicates the need to strengthen security measures and respond immediately to any threats. This tragedy once again highlights the tragic reality that civilians remain under constant risk due to the actions of the aggressor, who disregards all international norms of war. Ukrainian law enforcement and allies continue working to expose and hold accountable those responsible for this and other crimes of Russian aggression.