A devastating missile strike launched by Russian forces against a hotel in Krivói Rih, located in the Dnipropetrovsk region, has left at least four people dead and 31 injured, including a child. The attack, which occurred around 10:00 PM, transformed a quiet night into a horrific scene. The missile directly hit the hotel’s infrastructure, sparking a fire and destroying a staircase. According to Sergiy Lysak, the head of the Dnipropetrovsk Military Administration, “a fire broke out, and the civil infrastructure was damaged. It’s possible that people are trapped under the rubble.” The flames spread rapidly, making rescue efforts challenging.
As the situation unfolded, President Zelenskyy revealed that the hotel was housing international humanitarian workers. Among the initial confirmed victims was a 53-year-old man. As the hours passed, the death toll rose to four, including a 43-year-old man who succumbed to his injuries in the hospital the following day. Oleksandr Vilkul, the head of the Krivói Rih Defense Council, stated, “The first injured are already in the hospital, undergoing surgery, and their condition is grave.” The number of injured eventually climbed to 31, with 14 in critical condition, including a child whose identity has not been disclosed. The Ukrainian State Emergency Service reported that 19 people were rescued from the rubble.
The attack also caused significant material damage, affecting 14 apartment buildings, a post office, a cultural center, 12 stores, and 19 vehicles. As the rescue efforts continued, the State Emergency Service noted, “Rescue teams are clearing the debris, and the ‘Point of Invulnerability’ has been deployed. Psychologists have already assisted 10 victims.” The city of Krivói Rih, which is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s hometown, has been a frequent target of Russian attacks due to its strategic location, approximately 43 miles from the front line. The president condemned the attack and reiterated his call to the international community to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense.
Local authorities have expressed outrage over the attack on civilians. “This is an act of barbarism that makes it clear the enemy does not distinguish between military and civilian targets,” said a resident affected by the attack. As the morning wore on, emergency services managed to extinguish the fire, and rescue efforts continued, with hopes of finding possible survivors under the rubble. The city now faces the daunting task of rebuilding shattered lives and damaged buildings, while Ukrainian authorities stress the need for increased international support to protect civilians.
In the aftermath of the attack,
reactions and consequences
are still unfolding. The international community is being urged to condemn the attack and provide support to Ukraine. As the situation continues to develop, one thing is clear: the people of Krivói Rih will need significant assistance to recover from this devastating attack.
Some of the key points of the attack include:
- At least 4 people dead and 31 injured, including a child
- The hotel was housing international humanitarian workers
- 14 apartment buildings, a post office, a cultural center, 12 stores, and 19 vehicles were damaged
- Rescue teams are still clearing the debris and searching for survivors
As the people of Krivói Rih begin the long process of rebuilding, they will need the support of the international community to overcome this tragedy.
