How was your week? Any progress on peace talks? Any hope for diplomacy?
As 'Peace Talks' Drag On, Ukrainians Are Killed Every Day: A Nation’s Fight Against Relentless Russian Terror Attacks.
Oh, how was your week? Any breakthroughs in peace talks? Surely, there's hope for diplomacy, right?
While the world engages in yet another round of discussions, Ukraine is still here, enduring constant attacks. Russia continues its daily barrage of missile and drone strikes, deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure. The world may be busy watching from the sidelines, but Ukrainians are left to pick up the pieces and face the ongoing horrors of war, day after day.
While peace talks make headlines, Ukraine’s reality remains unchanged—relentless attacks continue, without pause. Russian missiles and drones strike every single day, leaving destruction in their wake, while the world watches, offering only promises. For Ukraine, each day remains a battle for survival, with no end in sight.
April 6–13, 2025: A Week of Unrelenting Attacks
From April 6 to April 13, Russia launched multiple missile and drone strikes on various Ukrainian cities, including Dnipro, Sumy, Kharkiv, and Kyiv. Every day brought new destruction, and every attack added to the mounting civilian casualties. These attacks were not aimed at military targets but deliberately targeted civilian areas, resulting in widespread devastation.
April 6: Russia launched a coordinated assault involving 109 Shahed drones and 23 missiles, targeting infrastructure in Kyiv and Kharkiv. 10 civilians were killed, and over 50 were injured.
April 7: 55 drones hit Dnipropetrovsk and Poltava, causing significant damage but thankfully no casualties.
April 8: 8 rockets hit Kherson, killing 4 civilians and injuring 12.
April 10: A ballistic missile strike on Dnipro killed 9 civilians and injured 29 others, leaving a devastating impact on residential buildings.
April 12: Russian drones continued to target Kyiv, with 43 drones intercepted. 12 drones still hit their targets, causing injuries and destruction.
April 13: Two Iskander missiles hit Sumy on Palm Sunday, killing 34 civilians, including 2 children, and injuring 117.
This week has been a continuation of the same brutal reality we’ve faced for months. The attacks, the suffering, the loss—it’s all part of an unbroken cycle. And last week? The week before? It was no different. The cities of Dnipro, Sumy, Kharkiv, and others saw the same violence, the same destruction, and the same civilian casualties.
And the Week Before: No Break in the Violence
A week ago, the situation was nearly identical—every day marked by new deaths, injuries, and destruction. The cities of Dnipro, Sumy, Kharkiv, Odesa, and others continued to bear the brunt of Russia’s missile and drone strikes. The pain, the fear, the heartbreak—nothing has changed. This cycle of violence must stop.
March 30: In Kyiv, Russia launched a large-scale attack with Shahed drones and missiles, killing 1 civilian and injuring 3 others.
Odesa: Several rockets struck, causing infrastructure damage; casualties were not immediately reported.
Dnipro: A missile strike killed 4 civilians and injured 21 others.
Zaporizhzhia: 1 person was killed and 2 others were injured.
April 2: A missile strike in Kryvyi Rih killed 4 civilians and injured 10 others.
Zaporizhzhia: 1 person was killed and 2 others were injured.
Kharkiv: A strike killed 5 civilians and injured 32 others.
April 3: A series of attacks in Kharkiv left 5 civilians dead and 32 others injured.
April 5: A missile strike in Kryvyi Rih killed 20 civilians, including 9 children, and injured 70 others.
As a result of a Russian ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih on April 4, 20 people were killed, including 9 children, and 75 others were injured.
Russia's Sumy Attack: A Calculated Slap in America's Face
The details emerging about today’s attack on Sumy are even more horrifying than initially reported. According to Sumy regional administration head Serhiy Kryvosheenko, the second ballistic missile was specifically designed for maximum civilian casualties. It contained cluster munitions that detonated mid-air, deliberately targeting people on the streets.
This wasn't just an attack. This was a calculated execution of civilians.
The explosion occurred approximately 200 meters from the first impact, in an area with residential buildings, educational institutions, and shops. Ukrainian intelligence has confirmed that Russia used two Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles in this attack.
A tragic scene in Sumy: Russia's use of cluster munitions left a path of destruction, killing numerous civilians in the area, including every passenger in a trolleybus.
Chronology of the Russian [a t t a c k] on Sumy this morning
There were two epicentres - see red crosses on the map.
The 1st strike hit the Congress Center of Sumy State University. Moments later, a second missile struck.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘃𝗹𝗶𝘃𝘀𝗸𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗸𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗻𝘆𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗲. 𝗜𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀.
Viewpoints on the map for clarity:
1️⃣ Sukhanov-Sumovsky manor and the "trolleybus of [d e a t h]," where all passengers [d i e d].
2️⃣ Building of Sumy State University, partially destroyed and scarred by shrapnel.
Like in Kryvyi Rih, the missiles warhead was filled with metal fragments that scattered over 100 meters.
3️⃣ View of the university chapel, a local landmark.
4️⃣ Shops "World of Cheese" and "Gifts of the Sea" at 60 Petropavlivska St., a 1952 building
The attacks happened around 10:30.
❗ At 11:00, a children’s play "The Picky Princess" was scheduled in the Congress Center's hall that belongs to Sumy State University (#2) — see poster.
Imagine the number of children [k i l l e d] if the attacks had happened half an hour later.
Most importantly — look at the map: homes, schools, churches, museums, theaters, shops, libraries.
Launching such warheads into a crowded area on a Sunday morning guarantees civilian [d e a t h s].
💡 And those responsible — already identified by Ukraine’s intelligence as the 112th and 448th missile brigades, firing from Voronezh and Kursk — knew this.
34 killed, including 2 children.
117 injured, including 15 children.
Let’s be crystal clear about what this means: While some Western leaders, including Trump, talk about "peace deals" and "ending the war in 24 hours," Russia is deliberately engineering missiles to maximize civilian deaths.
This is a direct slap in the face to American leadership. How can the United States—a country that prides itself on strength and resolve—allow such blatant terrorism to go unchallenged? Russia is not only testing Ukraine’s resilience but also America's commitment to its values.
For those who believe Russia wants peace: The second missile was specifically modified with cluster elements to kill more civilians. This is not the action of a country interested in negotiations.
For those who think Trump can strong-arm Russia into peace: This attack just demonstrated exactly how Russia responds to talk of negotiations—with more brutality, more civilian deaths, and more war crimes.
The bitter truth is that Russia is laughing at the West’s hesitation. They bomb our cities while peace summits are being planned. They execute our citizens while politicians debate the "diplomatic solution."
America needs to decide what kind of leader it wants to be on the world stage. Will it continue to be fooled by Russia's false promises while our people die? Or will it finally recognize that the only language Russia understands is strength?
True strength isn't about making deals with terrorists.
It’s about stopping them.
The Reality of Russian Hatred: A Message from a Russian Z-Group Following the Attack on Sumy
The following text comes from a Russian Z-group following the deadly attack on Sumy. This chilling message, filled with hatred and dehumanization, reveals the toxic ideology that drives Russia's aggression. The cruelty expressed here is a stark reminder of the violence that Ukrainians endure every day. As Russia’s war machine continues its assault, it’s crucial for the world to understand not only the attacks but also the venomous mindset fueling them.
So that the world doesn't forget: Ukrainians are being killed every day by the Russian people—not just by Putin, not just by Russian soldiers. Over 90% of the Russian population supports all of Russia’s wars, including this one. This is not merely war—it is terror. And every moment of silence, every act of inaction, makes the world complicit. We must stand against these heinous crimes and recognize Russia for what it truly is: the aggressor, the killer of innocents. The world cannot look away any longer—our duty is clear, and the responsibility is shared by all who allow this violence to continue.
Just as the world came together in 1945 to defeat Nazi Germany, the same must be done with fascist Russia. The Russian regime, built on aggression, hatred, and terror, must be defeated, dismantled, and held accountable for its atrocities. Fascist Russia must be crushed so that future generations can live free from the fear and devastation it has brought to Ukraine and beyond.
A Brutal Reality: No End in Sight
This week, just as last week, was a continuation of the same brutal reality we've faced for months. Every day brought new destruction. The cycle of violence remains unbroken. As Ukraine continues to fight for its survival, the need for real action has never been more urgent.
While politicians in the West may talk about "peace," Russia’s actions speak louder. The missile strike on Sumy is a cruel reminder that Russia’s goal is not peace, but domination. The world must stop waiting for negotiations to work and start acting with real strength.
We Need Peace, But Not at Any Cost
Ukraine longs for peace, but not at the expense of our sovereignty or security. The brutal attacks on our cities and the daily threat to our people make it clear: we need more than just words from the world; we need real protection.
We urgently require protection from ballistic missiles and drones to safeguard our skies. The relentless missile strikes on our cities—often targeting civilian areas—show how crucial it is to secure our airspace and prevent further devastation.
Additionally, we need military support and weapons that will enable us to defend our nation. While our resilience is strong, we cannot fight this war alone. The world must act and provide Ukraine with the necessary tools to defend our freedom and ensure our survival.
Peace is our ultimate goal, but it must be a peace that guarantees our security and independence. Ukraine is fighting for its future, and we need the world to stand with us—not just in words, but through decisive action.