- April 6, 2025
- 7:15 pm
- World News
April 6, 2025, is declared a Day of Mourning in Ukraine for the victims of the Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, which occurred on April 4. As a result of the attack, 19 people were killed, including 9 children.
Reaction of the Israeli Ambassador to the Tragedy
The Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine, Michaël Brodsky, on April 6, 2025 expressed condolences to the families of the victims:
“Today is a Day of Mourning in Ukraine — on April 4, as a result of the impact of a Russian missile on Kryvyi Rih, 18 people were killed, including 9 children. My deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured.”
Reaction of the US Ambassador: Without Mentioning Russia as the Aggressor
The US Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink, also reacted to the tragedy, posting photos of the destruction and making a comment on April 4, 2025, in which she did not mention Russia as the aggressor. In her post, she wrote:
“It is awful that tonight a ballistic (?) missile hit near a playground and a restaurant in Kryvyi Rih. More than 50 injured and 16 dead, including 6 children.”
Additionally, she expressed a general thought in line with the current administration’s policy:
“This is why this war must end.”
Emotional Appeal of Olena Zelenska: Reaction to the World’s Underestimation
The First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, expressed outrage at the world community’s underestimation of the ongoing shelling. In her address, she reminded that the shelling has not stopped, despite illusions of a ceasefire. Zelenska emphasized that the victims include both locals and displaced people seeking refuge. She stated:
“Peaceful Ukrainians are once again killed by Russia. Children and parents. Very young and elderly. Entire families. Displaced people from the war who sought and did not find safety.”
Call to Action: Ukraine Needs Real Actions
Zelenska also expressed displeasure that many foreigners believe in a ceasefire, despite the ongoing attacks. She added:
“What’s happening in Ukraine? Is it quieter now? We heard something about a ceasefire.”
In response to these illusions, Zelenska emphasized:
“We also heard ‘something,’ of course. The sounds of alarm. The approaching missiles and drones. Screams and crying. We hear them even now.”
She called on the world community not to remain indifferent and reminded that Ukraine needs not only words of sympathy but real actions to stop the aggression. As a result of the missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, the number of fatalities increased to 19, including 9 children. 68 people were injured, four of them are in serious condition.
Gratitude to the Israeli Embassy for the Truth
Ukrainians express their gratitude to the Israeli Embassy for the honest and fair coverage of the tragedy, unlike other international reactions. The Israeli Ambassador, Michaël Brodsky, not only expressed condolences but also acknowledged Russian aggression, which is especially important at times when the world often avoids condemning Russia’s actions.
NAnews – News from Israel: Ukraine observes a Day of Mourning for the victims of the missile attack in Kryvyi Rih. On April 4, 2025, Russia launched a ballistic missile, killing 19 people, including 9 children. The world community continues to underestimate the scale of the tragedy, and Ukraine needs not only words of support but real actions to end the conflict. Ukrainians are grateful to the Israeli Embassy for the truth, acknowledgment of the aggressor, and support during this difficult time.
