Zelenskyy after deadly attack on Kryvyi Rih: “Russia doesn’t want ceasefire”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has condemned a deadly Russian missile strike on the city of Kryvyi Rih, stating that the attack once again proves Russia’s unwillingness to seek peace.

“A Russian missile struck an ordinary city, directly hitting a street in an area with residential buildings,” Zelenskyy wrote on X. “Preliminary reports suggest it was a ballistic missile strike. As of now, 14 fatalities have been confirmed, including six children. My condolences to their families and loved ones.”

He said the rescue operation is ongoing, with at least five residential buildings damaged in the attack.

“Russian strikes occur every day. People die every day. There is only one reason why this continues: Russia doesn’t want a ceasefire, and we see it. The whole world sees it,” Zelenskyy stated. “Each missile, every attack drone proves that Russia seeks only war.”

According to the president, only strong international pressure on Russia and efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense and military can determine when the war will end.

“The United States, Europe, and the rest of the world have the capacity to force Russia to abandon terror and war. And this must be ensured—peace is needed,” he emphasized.