Attacks on Ukrainian Residential Buildings
On March 28, 2026, Russian military forces shelled a residential building in the Sumy region and struck Odesa, resulting in civilian casualties. According to the Office of the Prosecutor General, preliminary information indicates that around 12:00, the enemy used artillery to target a civilian home in the Znov-Novhorodska community of the Shostka district, Sumy region. This attack killed a 20-year-old woman and left a 6-year-old girl with severe injuries. These assaults are part of a wider pattern of strikes on civilian infrastructure that has characterized the conflict.
The Shostka District Prosecutor's Office is conducting the pre-trial investigation into the Sumy attack. The case has been classified under Part 2 of Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, concerning violations of the laws and customs of war.
Casualties in Odesa
Separately, in Odesa, two people were killed and eleven others wounded as of the morning of March 28, 2026. Rescue and search operations continued throughout the night, with emergency services working at the scene. The head of the Odesa City Military Administration, Serhiy Lysak, is coordinating the efforts of rescuers and medical personnel in the city. The international community continues to monitor such incidents as potential war crimes.
These events underscore the ongoing armed conflict and escalating situation in Ukraine, which is causing severe humanitarian issues. The shelling of residential areas, leading to civilian casualties, highlights the urgent need for international response and support. Investigating war crimes is a critical step in ensuring justice for the victims and their families.
The recent assaults in Sumy and Odesa are part of a broader trend of escalating violence across Ukraine. Similar attacks have resulted in civilian casualties and significant damage to infrastructure in various regions. To understand the full scope of these incidents, including the impact on other areas, read more about the recent attacks affecting multiple Ukrainian regions.