On October 10, 2026, a terrorist attack occurred in Zaporizhzhia, resulting in the deaths of 15 people, including three children. The attack targeted a residential area, causing significant destruction and numerous casualties.
Details of the Attack and Rescue Operations
As a result of the shelling that started in the morning, 17 people were injured. Among them was a woman who was rescued after being trapped under the rubble for over 8 hours. She is currently receiving medical assistance. Rescue teams, police investigators, patrol dog handlers, and explosives experts are on-site conducting search and rescue operations.
- 15 dead, including 3 children;
- 17 injured;
- 11 individuals unaccounted for;
- 44 strikes on Ukrainian territory since the beginning of the day.
Response to the Terrorist Act
The leadership of the State Emergency Service (SES) reported that all necessary units are involved in the rescue efforts. Despite the threat of further shelling, rescuers are working as quickly as possible to clear the rubble, as there is information about missing persons. A mobile service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) is also operating on-site, providing assistance to residents and accepting claims for damaged or destroyed property.
Situation in Other Regions
In addition to Zaporizhzhia, terrorist acts also took place in Kharkiv and Kyiv. In Kharkiv, a drone hit a hospital, resulting in casualties. In Kyiv, a high-rise building and an office center were attacked, with fatalities reported. Air raid alerts continue to sound in various regions of Ukraine.