Sumy Oblast Military Administration
The Sumy Oblast Military Administration (Сумська ОВА) is the executive authority in Sumy Oblast, operating under martial law in Ukraine. It is headed by a head appointed by presidential decree. The administration coordinates local governance, regional defence and security, and manages responses to emergencies and attacks in the oblast.
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Russian drone strike hits Sumy shopping mall, killing at least two and wounding over a dozen
On the evening of September 9, a Russian strike drone hit the territory of the TRC Manufaktura shopping and entertainment centre in Sumy. The blast and ensuing fire damaged the building and cars in the parking lot, killed at least two people, and wounded more than a dozen, including children. Officials warned of a threat of repeated strikes during the rescue operation.