Russian guided bombs hit Zaporizhzhia apartment block; civilians feared trapped
Russian forces used guided aerial bombs to strike a five-story residential building in Zaporizhzhia early Saturday, with regional officials warning of people trapped under rubble. The attack continues Russia's pattern of strikes on urban residential areas in Ukraine, but the use of guided bombs on a civilian structure underscores the ongoing civilian toll. Casualty figures and rescue progress remain unconfirmed.
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Russia Escalates Infrastructure Attacks on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia Amid Sanctions Controversy
Russian forces have significantly escalated missile and drone strikes against Ukrainian cities, particularly Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, resulting in mass civilian casualties and widespread infrastructure damage. These attacks coincide with the US easing diesel sanctions on Russia, which Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has directly linked to the increased aggression. The full extent of damage to Kyiv's energy grid and the long-term humanitarian impact remain uncertain.