Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s home town of Kryvyi Rih was targeted in an overnight Russian missile strike that has killed four and wounded more than 30.
According to Zelenskyy in a post on X: “volunteers from a humanitarian organisation”, including UK and US citizens, were staying there, but managed to leave before the missile hit.
“All night, a rescue operation continued in Kryvyi Rih at the site of a Russian missile strike. A ballistic missile struck an ordinary hotel. Just before the attack, volunteers from a humanitarian organization – citizens of Ukraine, the United States, and the United Kingdom – had checked into the hotel.
“They survived because they managed to get down from their rooms in time. Unfortunately, four people were killed in this attack. My condolences to their families and loved ones.
“In total, more than 30 people were injured, and all have received the necessary medical assistance. Many civilian buildings around the hotel were also damaged. Rescue workers are still on-site, and all emergency services continue to operate.” he added
The Ukrainian president had posted pictures and video of the scene of events on his social media handle, appreciating emergency service personnel.
“I thank everyone who is on duty these days and nights, working and serving to save lives. My gratitude goes out to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, the National Police, medical workers, emergency responders, and all those whose work helps save lives. There must be no pause in the pressure on Russia to stop this war and terror against life.” Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The hotel that was hit overnight by Russia missile in Kryvyi Rih was reportedly targeted five months ago.
Pictures and video credit: X|@ZelenskyyUa
By: Adeoye Olorunseun Elizabeth
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