Missile strike kills three in Ukraine as Russia feels war’s economic strain
Summary
A Russian missile strike using cluster munitions hit the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, killing three people and wounding 25. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues with attacks on both sides, while Russia faces economic problems like a weaker currency and fuel shortages.Key Facts
- A missile attack struck Kryvyi Rih, a city in central Ukraine, killing 3 and injuring 25 people.
- The missile carried cluster munitions, which break into smaller explosives over an area.
- Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for more international help and faster delivery of air defense systems.
- Ukraine attacked important Russian-controlled infrastructure in Crimea, including a railway bridge and power plant.
- Russia and Ukraine have both increased attacks recently, with Ukraine using drones to target Russian fuel sites.
- Fuel shortages and rising prices have affected many parts of Russia.
- The Russian currency, the rouble, weakened to its lowest level since May 2023.
- Russia’s government says its economy remains stable despite these problems.
- Efforts to end the war are stalled, with the U.S., under President Trump, focusing on Iran instead.
- Russia accuses the U.S. of increasing sanctions on Russia rather than acting as a neutral mediator.
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