Russian Missile Strike on Kryvyi Rih: A Devastating Attack on Civilians
On April 4, 2025, a Russian missile strike on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, resulted in one of the deadliest attacks of the year. The assault killed at least 19 people, including nine children, and injured over 70 others. Among the injured were a three-month-old infant and several individuals in critical condition. This indiscriminate attack on a residential area has drawn international condemnation and reignited calls for stronger sanctions against Russia and increased military support for Ukraine.
This report examines the details of the attack, its immediate aftermath, and its broader implications for the ongoing war and international diplomacy.
