Russian missile strike in northern Ukraine kills 11 and injures 84

A Russian ballistic missile strike in Sumy, Ukraine, killed 11 people, including two children, and injured 84 others. The attack damaged 15 buildings, including schools, and left six injured children in critical condition. In a related development, U.S. President Joe Biden authorized Ukraine to use longer-range missiles against targets in Russia. This marks the first time such weapons have been approved for use, following extensive lobbying by Ukrainian officials. The missile and drone attacks across Ukraine were the most intense in three months, targeting energy infrastructure. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 144 out of 210 air targets, but damage to power facilities continues to disrupt services.