Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia leaves one dead, 35 injured

Russian forces targeted residential areas and infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia with six aerial bombs, resulting in multiple casualties, Ukrainian authorities report.

Oct 2, 2024 - 08:00

Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia leaves one dead, 35 injured

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The number of casualties from a Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia increased to 32 injured and one fatality as of the evening of 1 October, according to Governor Ivan Fedorov.

Russian military launched an airstrike on the city of Zaporizhzhia on 1 October with six aerial bombs. According to local authorities, the enemy targeted residential areas and infrastructure facilities.

According to the Governor, among the 32 injured are 9, 10, and 12-year-old children.

Rescue workers have completed search and rescue operations at all affected addresses, the emergency services report.

Zaporizhzhia has been a frequent target of Russian attacks since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. The city, located near the frontline in southeastern Ukraine, faces almost daily bombardment from Russian forces, endangering civilian lives and damaging critical infrastructure.

As of 2 October, the number of injured rose to 35, according to Fedorov.

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