A Russian missile strike targeted the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih on Wednesday, killing at least one civilian and injuring two others, according to regional officials. Serhiy Lysak, governor of the Dnipropetrovsk region, confirmed the attack caused significant damage to an infrastructure facility and sparked a large fire.
Local authorities reported that a 47-year-old woman died at the scene, while two injured individuals received immediate medical care. Oleksandr Vilkul, a Kryvyi Rih official, stated on Telegram that rescue operations and damage assessments are ongoing. The strike adds to escalating tensions in the region as global observers monitor its broader implications for stability in Eastern Europe and beyond.
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Ukraine says Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih kills 1, injures 2
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