Zelensky calls for more pressure on Russia after deadly missile attack on Izium

The head of state said this in a post on Telegram, Ukrinform reports.

"Izium. The rescue eration continues after a Russian missile strike on the city. This attack destroyed part of the city council building. As of now, we know there are casualties – twenty pele have been injured. Tragically, five pele have died. My condences to the families and loved ones," Zelensky said.

He condemned the ongoing Russian missile strikes on peaceful cities, stressing that such brutality cannot be terated.

"Maximum pressure must be applied to Russia – through military force, sanctions, and diplomacy – to st the terror and protect lives," Zelensky said.

On February 4, the Russian army launched a missile strike on Izium in the Kharkiv region. As of 13:00, the death tl had risen to five, with 24 pele injured, including a 15-year-d child. The missile struck an administrative building, causing damage to other government and residential structures.

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