Russian airstrike hits Aleppo University hospital, killing 9

A view of the destroyed vehicle after Russian warplanes carried out an airstrike on Aleppo University Hospital in Aleppo, Syria on December 01, 2024. (AA Photo)

A Russian airstrike targeted Aleppo University Hospital in Syria's city center on Sunday, leaving nine dead and 10 others wounded, according to local sources.

SU-24 airstrike causes fatalities and injuries

The attack, carried out by SU-24-type Russian aircraft, struck the hospital amid ongoing fighting in northern Syria. Initial reports indicate the strike caused significant casualties, with emergency services working to assess the damage and provide aid to the injured.

ALEPPO, SYRIA - DECEMBER 01: Smoke rises as Russian warplanes carry out an airstrike on Aleppo University Hospital in Aleppo, Syria on December 01, 2024. According to initial estimates, nine people were killed and 10 others wounded in the attack by SU-24-type Russian aircraft on Aleppo University Hospital, local sources said.? ( Hatip Idlibi - Anadolu Agency )ALEPPO, SYRIA - DECEMBER 01: Smoke rises as Russian warplanes carry out an airstrike on Aleppo University Hospital in Aleppo, Syria on December 01, 2024. According to initial estimates, nine people were killed and 10 others wounded in the attack by SU-24-type Russian aircraft on Aleppo University Hospital, local sources said.? ( Hatip Idlibi - Anadolu Agency )ALEPPO, SYRIA - DECEMBER 01: A view of the destroyed vehicle after Russian warplanes carried out an airstrike on Aleppo University Hospital in Aleppo, Syria on December 01, 2024. According to initial estimates, nine people were killed and 10 others wounded in the attack by SU-24-type Russian aircraft on Aleppo University Hospital, local sources said.? ( Hatip Idlibi - Anadolu Agency )ALEPPO, SYRIA - DECEMBER 01: A view of the destroyed vehicle after Russian warplanes carried out an airstrike on Aleppo University Hospital in Aleppo, Syria on December 01, 2024. According to initial estimates, nine people were killed and 10 others wounded in the attack by SU-24-type Russian aircraft on Aleppo University Hospital, local sources said.? ( Hatip Idlibi - Anadolu Agency )

Escalating conflict in Aleppo and Idlib

Clashes between Assad regime forces and anti-regime armed groups began on Nov. 27 in the western countryside of Aleppo. By Nov. 30, opposition forces had advanced rapidly into Aleppo’s city center, capturing much of the area.

On the same day, anti-regime groups seized control of Khan Shaykhun, securing their dominance over the entire Idlib province. The fighting has intensified tensions in the region, with airstrikes adding to the humanitarian toll.