Russian Missile Strike on Children's Hospital in Kyiv, Ukraine
A Russian missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv, Ukraine has resulted in 42 dead and almost 200 injured, drawing international outcry. The hospital, Ukraine's largest for children, suffered heavy damage. Russian President Putin was hosting India's Prime Minister Modi in Moscow at the time, amid increased tensions.
Key Points
- 42 dead and almost 200 injured in the missile strike on the children's hospital in Kyiv
- Hospital's director estimates $2.5 million in overall damage
- International outcry over the attack on a civilian target
- Russian denial of responsibility despite evidence to the contrary
- Tensions increase as NATO summit in Washington and Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to Moscow coincide