Russian Missile Strike on Zelenskyy’s Hometown Kills 19, Including 9 Children

The attack on Kryvyi Rih, one of the deadliest this year, caused widespread destruction and drew global condemnation as ceasefire talks stall.

A Russian Iskander missile struck a residential area in Kryvyi Rih on April 4, killing 19 people, including nine children, and injuring 68 others.
The strike damaged 34 apartment buildings, six educational institutions, and civilian infrastructure, including a playground and vehicles.
Russia claimed the attack targeted military personnel and Western instructors, but Ukrainian officials dismissed this as false information.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for increased international pressure on Russia, stating the attack proves Moscow has no interest in peace.
Rescue operations concluded early April 5, with international leaders condemning the strike and urging stronger support for Ukraine.