Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Sumy, Krasnopil area, Ukraine on Mon 17th August 2026

17th August 2026

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One person died as a result of an explosion at an explosive device on August 17 in the Sumy region.

Source : OVA Chairman Oleg Grigorov on Telegram

Direct speech from the head of the region: "A resident of the border Krasnopil community blew himself up with an explosive object. Unfortunately, the 46-year-old man died on the spot as a result of his injuries."

Details : He recalled that there is a high risk of encountering explosive objects in the border and other territories of Sumy region.

"Do not approach or touch suspicious finds - immediately notify rescuers or the police," Grigorov concluded.

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Sumy ( Krasnopil area )

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