Poltava Region Under Attack Again: Missile Strikes in Kremenchuk and Explosions Overnight
On the night of July 25, the Poltava region was rocked by a series of powerful explosions, sparking alarm among local residents. According to reports from local authorities and regional police, the city of Kremenchuk again became the target of Russian missile attacks, suffering a large-scale strike. The information was confirmed by the news agency ‘Suspilne Poltava,’ which reported that at midnight, loud blasts shattered parts of the city’s infrastructure, causing widespread panic among residents. Prior to the attacks, at 23:58, the Ukrainian Air Force issued a warning to residents about a fast-moving target heading towards the northeast, moving in Kremenchuk’s direction, and urged them to take shelter immediately. Several minutes earlier, air defense systems were activated following indications of a threat from ballistic munitions approaching from the northeast. These events emphasize the ongoing efforts of Ukrainian military forces to prevent more severe consequences of missile strikes and highlight the increasing aggressiveness from Russia in this region. Local authorities urge residents to remain calm, stay in shelters, and cooperate with rescue services. The situation remains tense, with experts warning of potential repeated attacks. Police and emergency services are operating in heightened mode, providing aid to victims and conducting evacuation efforts. Investigations are ongoing to clarify the circumstances of this attack, and officials promise to keep the public informed about any further developments. This incident once again underscores the unpredictable and escalating nature of hostilities in the region, leaving Poltava under a constant threat of destruction and human losses.