- Russian missile strike on Kostiantynivka supermarket kills 14, injures 43.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskiy condemns the attack as targeting civilians.
- Rescue operations continue as officials search for survivors under the rubble.
A Russian missile struck a supermarket in Kostiantynivka, a front-line town in Ukraine‘s eastern Donetsk region, killing at least 14 people and injuring 43 others.
The strike took place just 13 kilometers from active combat lines, in an area frequently targeted by Russian forces. Ukrainian officials reported that the missile used was a Kh-38 air-to-surface missile.
Devastating Missile Strike on Eastern Ukrainian Town Leaves 14 Dead
A deadly missile strike in the eastern Ukrainian town of Kostiantynivka has resulted in the deaths of 14 civilians, with 43 others sustaining injuries. The attack, which targeted a supermarket and nearby post office, occurred just 13 kilometers from the front line in the Donetsk region. The strike has drawn condemnation from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who accused Russia of intentionally targeting civilian areas.
The missile used in the attack was identified as a Kh-38 air-to-surface missile, according to Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko. The explosion caused widespread damage to the surrounding area, including residential buildings and vehicles. The resulting fire, which engulfed a 1,000-square-meter area, was eventually extinguished by emergency services.
Kostiantynivka, located in one of the most fiercely contested regions of Ukraine, has experienced regular shelling and air strikes since the onset of the conflict. Ukrainian officials continue to search for survivors, with reports indicating that people remain trapped under the rubble. The town’s proximity to active combat lines makes it a frequent target for Russian attacks.
Despite the ongoing conflict, Ukrainian authorities have consistently called for the protection of civilians and condemned Russian military actions that lead to civilian casualties. The strike on Kostiantynivka underscores the human toll of the war, which has resulted in the loss of thousands of innocent lives since it began in February 2022.
The tragic missile strike in Kostiantynivka highlights the ongoing perils faced by civilians in eastern Ukraine, where the conflict continues to devastate lives and communities.
“No situation on the battlefield can justify targeting civilians.” – Ukraine’s Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin
