Russian Missile Strike Kills 8 in Zelensky’s Hometown

Russian Missile Strike Kills 8 in Zelensky’s Hometown

Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine – At least eight people were killed and 20 injured in a Russian missile strike on the city of Kryvyi Rih in central Ukraine on Thursday, according to local officials.

The strike targeted a residential building in the city’s Inhulets district. Emergency services are currently at the scene, searching for survivors and recovering the bodies of the victims.

Russian Aggression

The attack comes as Russian forces continue to escalate their bombardment of Ukrainian cities. In the past week, Russian missiles have struck residential areas in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and other major cities.

Zelensky’s Hometown

Kryvyi Rih is the hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The city has been under constant Russian shelling in recent months, but this is the first time a strike has killed civilians.

International Condemnation

The international community has condemned the attack, with many leaders calling it a war crime. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire and an investigation into the incident.

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