Russian missile hits Ukrainian city, killing 10, injuring 35
A Russian missile attack hit the city of Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, 10 people are dead, and 35 are injured. The missile struck a hypermarket. Residential buildings, stores, and a dozen cars were also damaged.
10:13 AM EDT, August 9, 2024
Ten people were killed, and at least 35 were injured in the Russian artillery attack on the city of Kostiantynivka, near the front line in Donetsk Oblast in eastern Ukraine, authorities reported on Friday.
Missile attack on Ukraine
"The Russians shelled the city with artillery and hit a supermarket. This is another deliberate attack on a crowded place, another act of terror by the Russians," Donetsk Oblast Governor Vadym Filashkin reported at noon Eastern Time.
The fire has already been extinguished. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, nearby residential buildings, stores, and a dozen cars were also damaged.
"The enemy strikes, we save and protect. Thank you to everyone who is close to the victims," wrote Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reacted to the attack. "An attack by Russian terrorists on an ordinary supermarket and post office. People are under the rubble. The rescue operation is ongoing, and everything will be done to save them," he wrote on Telegram.
Zelensky reacts to the Russian attack
"Russia will be held responsible for this terror, and we will do everything to ensure that the world continues to stand with Ukraine, supports our defense, and saves the lives of our people," Zelensky added.
