Zelensky updates on aftermath of Russia’s missile attack on Dnipro: 25 people killed

Zelensky updates on aftermath of Russia’s missile attack on Dnipro: 25 people killed

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Twenty-five civilians have been reported killed in Russia’s missile strike on an apartment block in the city of Dnipro, which took place on January 14, 2023.

The relevant statement was made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Telegram, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

“Dnipro. As of now, 39 people were rescued, including 6 children. 25 people died, including 1 child. 73 people were injured, including 13 children. 43 people are missing,” Zelensky wrote.

According to the preliminary data, 72 apartments were destroyed and over 230 damaged.

Four tents were set up by the Ukrainian State Emergency Service and two tents by volunteers. Psychologists are providing assistance to the victims.

“Search and rescue operations and dismantling of dangerous structural elements continue. Round the clock. We continue to fight for every life. My condolences to all the relatives and friends of the victims,” the President of Ukraine noted.

A reminder that, on January 14, 2023, a 9-storey apartment block was struck by a Russian missile in the city of Dnipro.

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