Russian Missile Strike on Zaporizhzhia Clinic and Homes Kills 7, Injures 22

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:00pm on 11 Dec 2024,Wednesday International

A Russian missile attack on Zaporizhzhia, southern Ukraine, killed 7 and injured 22, including a child. Local officials report the strike targeted a clinic and residential buildings, leaving 5 trapped under rubble. Two women were rescued overnight. Zaporizhzhia regional head Ivan Fedorov accused Russia of using an Iskander missile and vowed justice, declaring a day of mourning. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated calls for advanced air defense systems from Western allies. Meanwhile, a drone attack damaged an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) convoy vehicle near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. IAEA head Rafael Grossi condemned the attack as "unacceptable."          

Read More at BBC

Menu