A Russian drone attack on a Sumy parking lot, followed by a ballistic missile strike on Palm Sunday, killed 34 civilians and injured 117. The attack occurred over two months after cease-fire talks began.
The Sumy City Council reported the civilian casualties, while Russia claimed to have targeted a military objective. The attack fueled skepticism about the ongoing cease-fire talks and raised concerns about a potential new Russian ground assault in the region. Sumy residents expressed their desire for peace while highlighting the daily reality of violence.
The article contrasts the stated goals of peace talks with the continued violence in Sumy, demonstrating the failure of the current negotiations to achieve a lasting ceasefire. The incident underscores the devastating humanitarian consequences of the war and the ongoing threats faced by Ukrainian civilians.