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Ukraine says Russia launched bombs during Kremlin-sponsored ceasefire

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Posted on May 8, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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Russia Allegedly Bombs Ukraine's Sumy Region Amid Ceasefire

KYIV (Reuters) - Ukraine's air force said in a post on its Telegram social media account that Russian aircraft had launched guided bombs on the Sumy region of northern Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Reuters could not independently verify the bombs had been launched. The air force said the bombs were launched nearly three hours after a three-day ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin came into force.

(Reporting by Christian Lowe; Editing by Christopher Cushing)

Key Takeaways

  • Ukraine accuses Russia of bombing Sumy during ceasefire.
  • The attack occurred three hours after the ceasefire began.
  • Ukraine's air force reported the incident on Telegram.
  • Reuters could not independently verify the bombing.
  • The ceasefire was declared by Russian President Putin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses Ukraine's claim that Russia launched bombs on the Sumy region during a Kremlin-sponsored ceasefire.
What did Ukraine's air force report?
Ukraine's air force reported that Russian aircraft launched guided bombs on Sumy, violating the ceasefire.
When did the alleged attack occur?
The attack reportedly took place nearly three hours after the ceasefire began.

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