Russian Strikes Escalate Across Ukraine, Targeting Civilians and Infrastructure

Latest attacks injure dozens in Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa as Ukrainian air defenses intercept drones.

Russian forces shelled the Dnipropetrovsk region overnight, injuring a 53-year-old man and causing fires and property damage in multiple communities.
A drone attack in Zaporizhzhia sparked a petrol station fire and injured at least eight people, with additional damage reported to homes in the area.
In Odesa, a Russian drone strike injured seven people and damaged homes and a medical facility, according to Ukraine's Emergency Service.
A ballistic missile attack on Sumy the previous day resulted in 34 fatalities and 117 injuries, marking one of the deadliest strikes of the year.
Ukrainian defenders successfully intercepted and destroyed two enemy UAVs over the Dnipropetrovsk region during the ongoing assaults.