Tragedy in Poltava: Ukraine Mourns Victims Amid Escalating Conflict

Funeral services were held for victims of a deadly Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian military training facility in Poltava. The strike resulted in over 50 deaths and more than 300 injuries. Amid continuous Russian assaults, President Zelenskyy announced efforts to increase domestic military production by creating underground weapons factories.

Funeral services were conducted on Saturday for the victims of one of the deadliest Russian airstrikes since the onset of the Ukraine war. The tragic ceremony took place in Poltava, eastern Ukraine, for victims of a missile attack on a military training facility that left over 50 dead and more than 300 injured.

Hundreds of mourners, including grieving families, local residents, and officials, gathered at the Cathedral of the Assumption for the solemn occasion. Sobbing relatives stood over caskets draped in Ukrainian flags as an air raid siren blared during the service.

Local residents knelt in silent tribute as hearses transported the victims' bodies to a nearby military cemetery for burial. The attack highlights Russia's ongoing missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities, targeting energy infrastructure and causing significant casualties.

(With inputs from agencies.)