"A long-awaited child with a serious illness": What we know about the children who tragically lost their lives in Sumy.

On November 17, the Russian Armed Forces launched a missile strike on a residential high-rise building in Sumy. Eleven people lost their lives, including two children: 9-year-old Ilya and 14-year-old Anastasia. This is reported by Kordon.Media.

"Ilya was a long-awaited child in the family; from the very first days, he fought for his life due to a severe illness. His family did everything possible to ensure he had a happy childhood," the message states.

It is noted that Ilya's father buried his brother last year, who suffered a fatal wound in the war against Russia. The man has three children left, and their uncle is helping with their upbringing.

At the Sumy Educational Complex No. 16 named after Alexey Bratushka, where 9-year-old Ilya was a third-grade student, condolences were expressed regarding his death.

"This tragic event has deeply shaken our entire school community. Ilya was a kind and bright child. His energy and sincerity will remain in our memories forever. The bright memory of Ilya will always live in our hearts," the educational institution wrote.

Additionally, on November 17, a Russian missile claimed the life of 14-year-old Anastasia Borovik, who was a ninth-grade student at School No. 15 in Sumy.

"There are no words to express what each of us is feeling right now. Sadness, pain, grief. Unfortunately, we can only remember the smiling and wonderful girl Nastya, as she is no longer with us," wrote on the school's social media page.

Let us recall that on November 17, Russia launched a ballistic missile strike on a nine-story building in the city of Sumy. At least 10 fatalities have been reported, including two children aged 9 and 14. Additionally, 55 adults and 8 children have been injured.