A major Russian missile and aerial bomb attack has struck Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, killing at least five people and injuring around 20 others, according to Ukrainian officials. The death toll was later reported at six by regional authorities.
The overnight assault involved ballistic missiles and guided aerial bombs, damaging apartment buildings and other structures across the city.
Emergency crews rushed to the affected areas, tackling fires, treating the injured and assessing damage as residents dealt with the aftermath.
The strikes were part of a wider Russian aerial campaign across Ukraine. Kyiv was also targeted, with fires reported at warehouses and logistics facilities, while emergency teams responded to the damage.
Russian officials said their strikes targeted military-related infrastructure, including logistics centers and facilities they allege support Ukraine's military capabilities.
Ukrainian officials, meanwhile, say the attacks are putting increasing pressure on civilians and highlighting the need for stronger air-defense systems.
The latest barrage comes as Russia continues intensifying long-range attacks, while Ukraine maintains its own campaign against targets deep inside Russia.
For residents of Zaporizhzhia, the immediate priority remains treating the wounded, clearing damaged areas and restoring essential services.
As the war continues with no immediate end in sight, the latest strikes underscore the continuing danger faced by civilians across Ukraine.
