Russian drones strike Indian-owned Kusum Group pharma plant in Sumy, killing one

Russian drone strikes targeted the Kusum Group’s pharmaceutical plant in Sumy, Ukraine, destroying much of the main building and resulting in one fatality and several injuries. The facility, part of an Indian-owned company that distributes generic medicines across Ukraine and other countries, suffered an estimated ₹400 crore in damages. President Volodymyr Zelensky denounced the attack on X, offering condolences to the victim’s family and noting the broader pattern of drone attacks that have hit multiple Ukrainian regions.

Rescue teams are currently working at the site. The incident underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.