16 Civilians Injured in Russia's Air Strikes on Zaporizhzhia

At least 16 civilians were injured in Russia's air strikes on Zaporizhzhia late Sunday. Governor Ivan Fedorov reported significant damage, including to residential buildings and schools. Ukraine's emergency services are actively engaged in rescue operations. Preliminary info suggests guided aerial bombs were used. Independent verification is pending.

At least 16 civilians, including a 15-year-old boy, were injured late Sunday following Russia's air strikes on the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, Ukrainian officials confirmed on Monday.

Governor Ivan Fedorov announced via the Telegram messaging app that Russia executed seven air strikes on Zaporizhzhia and its surrounding district, resulting in damage to 13 apartment buildings, educational institutions, cars, garages, and private homes. Rescuers evacuated residents from several damaged buildings, according to Ukraine's Interior Ministry. Preliminary reports indicate that Russia used guided aerial bombs in the attack.

Reuters has not independently verified these claims, and there was no immediate comment from Russia. Both nations deny targeting civilians, but many civilians have died since Moscow's full-scale invasion in February 2022. Fedorov added that Russia conducted 363 air and ground strikes over the past day on 12 settlements within the broader Zaporizhzhia region. Ukraine's emergency services shared a video showing rescuers clearing debris and aiding wounded residents.

Additionally, Russia launched two guided air missiles and four attack drones overnight, targeting Ukraine, as stated by Ukraine's air force. Three drones were intercepted over the northeastern Sumy region. The air force mentioned that the missiles and one drone failed to reach their targets due to Ukraine's active anti-aircraft defenses.