Russian Airstrikes Devastate Kharkiv and Kryvyi Rih

A series of Russian airstrikes severely damaged the iconic Derzhprom building in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing and injuring multiple civilians. The 1928 Constructivist tower, an architectural landmark and candidate for UNESCO World Heritage status, was hit by a 500-kilogram bomb, causing significant destruction and raising international condemnation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized global leaders for their interactions with Vladimir Putin, urging a collective effort to end the conflict. Additional strikes in Kharkiv targeted residential buildings and a hospital, resulting in further casualties. In Kryvyi Rih, a ballistic missile attack destroyed a residential building, killing one and injuring several others. These attacks highlight the continued intensity of the conflict and the devastating impact on Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure.