On the evening of February 16, Russian forces launched a missile attack on the infrastructure of Kryvyi Rih, a city in central Ukraine. The strike specifically targeted transportation infrastructure, according to local officials.
Alexander Vilkul, the head of the Defense Council of Kryvyi Rih, confirmed the attack via social media, stating, “The enemy has launched a ballistic missile strike on our infrastructure. Residents are advised to stay in shelters as further attacks may occur.” This warning highlights ongoing concerns about the safety of civilians in the region.
Following the incident, Alexander Hanzha, the head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Military Administration, provided additional details, clarifying that the primary focus of the attack was on transportation facilities.
Fortunately, initial reports indicated that there were no casualties resulting from the missile strike. However, the attack underscores the ongoing volatility in the region as hostilities continue.
In the context of these developments, President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized local authorities in Dnipropetrovsk, including those in Kryvyi Rih, for their delayed response to previous Russian shelling incidents. Zelensky’s remarks came during a meeting focused on the energy situation in the regions, emphasizing the need for timely action to mitigate the impact of such attacks on civilian life and infrastructure.
A recent missile strike by Russian forces targeted transportation infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, with no reported casualties. The incident reflects ongoing tensions in the region and has prompted criticism from President Zelensky regarding local authorities' responses to previous attacks.