Zelenskyy Condemns Kraków Shooting as a Shocking Crime
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced solidarity with Poland after a deadly shooting in central Kraków. According to the latest reports, five people were killed and more than a dozen injured on 7 November.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed solidarity with Poland after a deadly shooting in the centre of Kraków. The incident took place on 7 November in the city's Main Market Square (Rynek Główny). According to the latest reports, five people died in the attack and more than a dozen were injured.
What happened
A gunman reportedly drove into the square and opened fire. The source gives no further details about the incident.
Zelenskyy's reaction
In a post on X, the Ukrainian leader called the attack a shocking crime in Kraków. On behalf of the Ukrainian people and personally, he offered condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. He said there can be no justification for the attack and that Ukraine trusts the perpetrator will face justice.
The president wished strength and a speedy recovery to the injured and to everyone affected by the tragedy. He added that Ukraine stands with Poland and the Polish people, and that people have the right to safety.
Response from the Polish government
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the interior minister is keeping him constantly informed about the situation in Kraków following the incident.
