How to Convince Putin He Will Lose
Foreign AffairsMAY 27 2024
The Facts
At least nine people were killed and 29 more were injured after a Russian missile struck a residential building in Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy's hometown of Kryvyi Rih on Wednesday.
The death toll was confirmed by Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko after rescue work at the apartment block was completed. He added that five children were among the injured.
Zelenskyy, for his part, said the attack demonstrated the need to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses.
The Spin
Pro-Ukraine narrative
By deliberately targeting civilians in this residential block, this is yet another example of a Russian war crime perpetrated in Ukraine. It also underscores the need for Ukraine's Western partners to strengthen the country's missile defense systems.
Pro-Russia narrative
Russia has repeatedly said that it does not target civilians. All strikes are directed at military targets — including military warehouses, fuel depots, and training facilities.
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