In the early hours of Tuesday, Russian forces unleashed a brutal attack on Zaporizhzhia, a city located in southeastern Ukraine. This devastating assault tragically claimed the life of a 41-year-old man and left thirteen others injured, including two innocent children. The regional governor confirmed that the barrage ignited numerous fires, causing extensive damage across the city.
Governor Ivan Fedorov shared images online depicting the frantic efforts of firefighters battling intense blazes that engulfed private homes and other structures. The scenes underscored the immediate and destructive impact of the strike on civilian areas.
Ukrainian emergency services quickly responded to the widespread destruction. They reported a significant fire covering an area of 350 square meters (approximately 3,770 square feet), affecting three residential buildings. Additionally, a service station suffered a massive fire spanning 600 square meters, indicating the broad scope of the attack.
Preliminary reports from Governor Fedorov detailed that Russian forces conducted at least ten strikes using multiple rocket launch systems. These precision-guided rockets severely damaged ten apartment buildings and twelve private residences, further highlighting the widespread impact on civilian infrastructure.