Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia attack marks highest civilian casualties in nearly two years
2025-01-09 12:00
A Russian missile attack on a residential building in the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia has killed at least 25 people and injured dozens more, making it the deadliest attack on civilians in nearly two years.
The attack took place early on Sunday morning, when a Russian S-300 missile struck a nine-story residential building, causing it to partially collapse. Rescue workers are still searching for survivors under the rubble, but hopes of finding anyone alive are fading.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack as a “war crime” and said it was “another example of Russian terrorism.”
“The world must hold Russia accountable for its atrocities,” Zelenskyy said.
The attack comes as Russian forces continue to intensify their attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine. In recent weeks, Russian missiles have struck hospitals, schools, and residential buildings, killing and injuring dozens of people.
The United Nations has condemned the attacks and called for an immediate ceasefire. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the attacks are “unacceptable” and “must stop.”
The United States and its allies have also condemned the attacks and have called on Russia to end its aggression against Ukraine. US President Joe Biden said the attacks are “barbaric” and “unconscionable.”
The attack on Zaporizhzhia is a reminder of the ongoing human cost of the war in Ukraine. The conflict has now killed thousands of people and displaced millions more.
The international community must do more to hold Russia accountable for its war crimes and to end the suffering of the Ukrainian people.
Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia attack marks highest civilian casualties in nearly two years
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