Double Tragedy: Ukrainian Missile Strike on Sevastopol Kills Three and Injures 125, While Belgorod Suffers from Drone Attacks

On Sunday, three people died and 125 were injured in an attack by Ukrainian missiles on the port city of Sevastopol, located on the Crimean peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014. Among the casualties were two children. Despite efforts to shoot down several Ukrainian rockets, debris ended up on the beach near Sevastopol, causing many injuries, especially among children. Local authorities reported that 27 victims, including five with life-threatening injuries, are still hospitalized.

The Russian Defense Ministry has accused the United States of carrying out the attack, alleging that ATACMS missiles supplied by Washington to Kiev were used in the incident. The Ministry stated that such actions will not go unanswered. Sevastopol, with a population of 550,000, is home to Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and is the largest city on the Crimean peninsula. It is administratively separate from Crimea, where Simferopol is the capital. Crimea is a critical logistics hub for the Russian military.

In a separate incident on Sunday, Belgorod in Russia was targeted by drone strikes that left one person dead and three injured. The local governor stated that a drone exploded in a parking lot. Belgorod has frequently faced attacks from Ukraine, with Kiev claiming self-defense against Russian aggression on its territory.

In response to these incidents, Russia has vowed to take action against those responsible for them.

Sevastopol hosts Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and is crucial for its military operations in the region. Its strategic location makes it essential for Moscow’s ability to maintain control over its naval presence in this part of Europe.

Belgorod has been targeted by Ukrainian attacks before due to its proximity to Ukraine’s border.

The situation remains tense between Russia and Ukraine after years of conflict over territorial disputes and political differences.