Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that a Russian missile strike in western Ukraine’s Ternopil region killed at least 25 people and injured dozens, with more casualties potentially trapped under rubble. The attack has drawn international condemnation, with leaders from the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union expressing solidarity with Ukraine. The incident has further escalated tensions in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, raising concerns about the escalating humanitarian crisis in the region.
Zelensky’s administration has called for increased military support from Western allies, emphasizing the need for advanced weaponry and defensive systems to counter the Russian aggression. The attack on Ternopil is part of a broader pattern of indiscriminate strikes targeting civilian infrastructure, which has led to widespread displacement and destruction. Human rights organizations have criticized the attack for its potential to cause further civilian casualties and have called for an independent investigation into the incident.