Missile Strikes Hit Lutsk, Ukraine: Casualties and Damage Reported

Russian Missile Strikes Rock Western Ukraine; Kyiv Also Targeted Lutsk, Ukraine – A barrage of Russian missiles slammed into the western Ukrainian city of Lutsk on Friday afternoon, marking another devastating chapter in the ongoing conflict. The attack, part of a wider assault across the country, resulted in casualties and significant damage to civilian infrastructure. "The explosions were deafening," recounted a Lutsk resident, speaking anonymously, "I saw fire and smoke everywhere. It was terrifying." The Lutsk mayor reported at least five injuries, with damage reported to homes, educational institutions, and a government building. The attack comes on the heels of similar strikes in Kyiv, where Ukrainian officials confirmed at least four fatalities. The relentless nature of the attacks underscores the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and the desperate need for international support to end the violence and bring peace to the region. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, condemning the attacks and calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities.