Russian strike on Poltava: death toll increases to 47; 206 wounded

Russian ballistic missile strike in Poltava has claimed 47 lives; 206 people are wounded.

President's wife, Olena Zelenska, posted this on X, as reported by Ukrinform.

"My deepest condolences to the families of those killed and injured as a result of the Russian missile attack on Poltava. This is a stunning tragedy for all of Ukraine," Zelenska wrote.

According to her, the enemy hit an educational institution and a hospital.

"It is already known about 47 dead and 206 wounded. Russia is taking away the most valuable thing from us – our life. We will never forget this. Eternal memory," the first lady emphasized.

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According to earlier report, on September 3, the Russian forces struck Poltava with two ballistic missiles, 41 people were killed and over 180 were injured.