Russian forces launched renewed attacks on Zaporizhzhia early on Sunday, Sept. 28, injuring at least 27 people, including three children, officials said. Two of the victims are in serious condition, according to Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration.
The strikes damaged industrial facilities at a local enterprise and hit a multi-story residential building, where apartments caught fire. Emergency crews are still working to extinguish the blaze, which has spread across several floors.
Firefighters have rescued dozens of residents from the high-rise, and medical personnel are providing treatment to all injured, Fedorov said.
During the night, Russian forces launched four waves of strikes on the city. One missile hit a private home and a gas station, injuring two people. Early Sunday, the city was struck again, causing a high-rise fire.
Authorities said the city faced multiple threats overnight, including drones, high-speed missiles, and possibly multiple-launch rocket systems. Some local sources reported widespread damage to infrastructure, while emergency services continue to monitor the situation.
The attacks on Zaporizhzhia occurred the same night as Russia’s massive overnight air assault on Kyiv, which killed at least three people, injured dozens, and left widespread destruction across the capital.
“This was a dangerous night for the city,” Fedorov said. “Emergency teams are working around the clock to rescue residents, fight fires, and provide medical care.”
The strikes in Zaporizhzhia are part of a broader Russian campaign targeting civilian and industrial areas across Ukraine. Officials have warned residents to remain vigilant and follow safety instructions while emergency services work to contain fires and assess further damage.