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Russian glide-bomb strike on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 15 people
A Russian attack using five glide bombs killed at least 15 people, including three children, in Ukraine’s southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, according to Ukrainian officials and emergency services. At least 16 others were injured and more people were believed trapped under rubble as rescue work continued. The strike came amid a broader rise in attacks and civilian casualties, including deadly strikes elsewhere. Zaporizhzhia lies less than 10 miles from the front line and has more than 700,000 residents.
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What matters
- The bombs struck residential buildings and destroyed much of an apartment block.
- More than 80 rescuers were involved in search operations.
- Ukraine’s president said 13 other regions were also hit overnight.
- The UN says civilian casualties rose 55% in Ukraine during the first eight months of the year.
Context & caveats
- Casualty figures were reported during an active rescue operation and may change.
Why this made the edition
Reports a major civilian-casualty event with direct statements from Ukrainian officials and emergency responders, while providing immediate context on escalating attacks.
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