Tragedy in Dnipro: 46 killed by Russian X-22 missile that cannot be intercepted.

Tragedy in Dnipro

According to Novyny.live: The tragedy in Dnipro, which occurred on January 14, 2023, left a deep mark in people's memories. As a result of the missile strike by the Russian missile on a residential building, 46 people died, including six children. This horrific event became one of the largest tragic incidents in Ukraine during the war.

Circumstances of the Attack

At the time of the attack, five Tu-22M3 bombers of the Russian Aerospace Forces launched five X-22 cruise missiles. One of the missiles hit the high-rise building around 15:30. As a result of this strike, in addition to the dead, another 11 people were reported missing, and 80 people were injured. The warhead of the X-22 missile weighs about 950 kg and has a maximum range of 600 km, making it particularly dangerous.

Since the onset of aggression, Russia has launched more than 210 X-22 missiles, none of which has been intercepted by Ukrainian air defense. This tragic event in Dnipro highlights the challenges the country faces during the war and calls for greater attention to the safety of civilians.

In Dnipro, people honor the memory of the victims of this tragedy, which has left an indelible mark in the hearts of many Ukrainians. The third anniversary of this tragedy will be commemorated on January 14, 2026, when society will once again recall how many lives were taken by the Russian missile on that fateful day.

This tragedy has become a symbol of the suffering of the Ukrainian people during the war and a reminder of the risks civilians face in armed conflict. It also underscores the importance of international support for Ukraine in strengthening its defense capabilities, especially in the area of air defense, to protect the population from similar attacks.

Honoring the memory of the victims is an important step in the process of healing national wounds and supporting the unity of Ukrainian society amid the war.