[62138] Reports of explosions and missile launches toward the city of Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine

Heavy explosions in Kryvyi Rih

Today, May 16, 2026, an air strike was reported in the area of the city of Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine. According to reports from war-tracking sources, two air-launched missiles (KAR) were identified crossing the city's airspace.

The Telegram channel monitor, which monitors military movements, updated in several consecutive messages that "2х КАР через Кривий Ріг" (two air-launched missiles passed through Kryvyi Rih) in this message. Additionally, the channel unequivocally reported that "Кривий Ріг лунали вибухи" (explosions were heard in Kryvyi Rih) in an additional report.

Similar reports also came from the Ukrainian channel ЗСУ ДВІЖ △💪🇺🇦, known for its supportive stance toward the Ukrainian military and the Zelensky administration. The channel confirmed the information and noted that "два КАР через Кривий Ріг" (two air-launched missiles through Kryvyi Rih) according to their report.

As of this hour, local authorities have not yet released detailed data on damage or casualties as a result of the reported explosions in the city area.