At least 32 Ukrainian civilians have been killed and more than 100 others have been injured in a major Russian attack.
Russia launched two ballistic missiles at the northwestern city of Sumy as people gathered in the city centre for Palm Sunday, a Christian religious observance.
Recovery efforts are underway, as authorities work to remove bodies on the streets.
Russia has not issued an official statement on the attack.
Attack
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the missiles damaged a total of 20 buildings, including one part of a university.
Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Affairs has confirmed two children were among the 32 killed.
At least 117 people were injured in the strike, including 15 children.
Dozens were hospitalised.
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Ceasefire
Since being sworn in as President in January, U.S. President Donald Trump has engaged with Ukrainian and Russian leaders to strike a peace deal.
In talks last month, the U.S. proposed a 30-day pause in fighting, during which it would restore military aid and intelligence to Ukraine.
While Ukraine said it had “expressed readiness” to accept the deal, Russia has yet to approve it without further amendments, including stopping military aid to Ukraine.
In the wake of this latest attack, Zelenskyy called for a global response to condemn Russia.
In a statement posted to social media, Zelenskyy said: “Talks have never stopped ballistic missiles and aerial bombs. What’s needed is an attitude toward Russia that a terrorist deserves.”
French President Emmanuel Macron also criticised Russia’s actions.
“Today, it is clear that Russia alone chooses to continue [the war,] with blatant disregard for human lives, international law and the diplomatic efforts,” he said.
