Key facts
- Russia conducted five drone strikes on Zaporizhzhia.
- One person was killed and seven were injured.
- The attacks damaged residential buildings, vehicles, and civilian infrastructure.
- A three-story residential building and Zaporizhzhia National University were among the damaged sites.
- Ukraine's Air Force intercepted 97 out of 119 Russian drones launched overnight.
Russian forces launched five drone strikes on the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, killing one person and injuring seven, according to regional authorities. Governor Ivan Fedorov stated that the attacks caused fires and damaged civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings, vehicles, and part of Zaporizhzhia National University. The blaze in a three-story residential building, spanning 800 square meters, was brought under control in the early hours, though rescue workers faced threats from constant enemy attacks. Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russia attacked the country with 119 drones overnight, successfully intercepting 97, with 20 drones hitting 11 locations across Ukraine. The strikes occurred as G7 leaders prepared to reaffirm their support for Ukraine at their summit.