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Shelling of Kryvyi Rih on August 22: Russians hit with Iskander

Shelling of Kryvyi Rih on August 22: Russians hit with Iskander Russians launched an Iskander missile at Kryvyi Rih in the morning (Photo: t.me/dnipropetrovskaODA)
Author: Daria Shekina

Russian occupiers used the ballistic missile Iskander for today's strike on Kryvyi Rih, resulting in one person being injured, according to Oleksandr Vilkul, the head of the Defense Council of Kryvyi Rih, on Telegram.

"Today, around 5:30 in the morning, the terrorist country attacked our city with a ballistic missile Iskander," wrote Vilkul.

He notes that according to updated information, as a result of the attack, 55 private houses, 15 utility buildings, and windows were partially shattered in 24 apartment buildings. The school and university buildings, as well as several municipal enterprises and transportation infrastructure, were also damaged.

"A man born in 1953 was injured, with minor injuries. Additionally, psychological assistance was provided to 8 people at the scene by specialists," Vilkul added.

Background

Today, August 22, in the morning, the head of the Dnipro Regional State Administration, Serhii Lysak, reported a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih.

At that time, he mentioned the damage to 20 buildings and power lines in the city.