Christmas under fire: Russian attack shakes Ukraine

Christmas under fire: Russian attack shakes Ukraine

In a devastating rocket attack on the Ukrainian city of Krywyj Rih on Christmas Eve, Russia has once again performed cruel deeds. According to Radio Gütersloh was killed and at least 15 more injured when a residential house was injured as Russian rockets met. The city's military administration reported on the rescue of a living woman from the rubble. President Wolodymyr Selenskyj expressed his disgust towards the attacks and spoke in his Christmas speech of the Ukrainian unity against evil. He emphasized that the poinsettia should shine above Ukraine and not rockets and drones that are plagued by the country.

military aggressiveness and hope for peace

The Kremlin, on the other hand, shows no interest in negotiations and continues his advance. Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskow said that Kyiv had no real interest in talks. According to ORF , Selenskyj visited the Cherson region, which was recently freed by Russian troops. This city suffered during the Russian occupation, and Selenskyj wanted to show the citizens through his visit that Ukraine has returned.

He announced that the extension of the region must be a top priority to ensure the security of citizens. During his visit to Cherson, Selenskyj also pointed out the terrible war crimes that were uncovered in the liberated areas.

international support and humanitarian crisis

The situation in Cherson remains tense. People in the city have to deal with a lack of food and water, which reinforces the humanitarian emergency. The first relief supplies from a UN convoy have finally arrived, but the recovery campaign is still at the beginning. US President Joe Biden described Cherson's recapture as a significant victory and confirmed the continuous support of the United States for Ukraine. This support remains crucial, especially in view of the reports on the Russian mobilization of troops.