According to the regional governor, a medical clinic in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro was targeted in a missile strike, resulting in the death of two individuals and injuring 23 others.

Among the injured, 21 are receiving treatment in the hospital, with three in serious condition. The casualties include two young boys, aged three and six.

The attack is believed to be part of the intensified Russian strikes on Ukraine leading up to an anticipated Ukrainian counteroffensive.

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Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the act, denouncing the “Russian terrorists” responsible for the attack and highlighting the destruction caused.

Ukrainian authorities reported intercepting 17 missiles and 31 drones launched from Russia, with several hitting targets in Dnipro and other cities.

The incident adds to the growing tensions and violence between the two nations.