Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Ukraine Reports Record-High Russian Bombing in Kherson Region

Ukraine Reports Record-High Russian Bombing in Kherson Region

Elderly refugee Nina, a WWII survivor, reflects resilience amid the chaos in Odesa, Ukraine. Escalating attacks drive hundreds to an aid center, including many from Kherson. Recent intensified Russian bombardments hit Kherson, with 87 guided aerial bombs. In southern Ukraine’s Odesa, an elderly woman, sitting alone amidst unfamiliar faces at an aid center, is a … Read more

Kyiv Gears Up: Troop Build-Up Along Dnipro River

Kyiv Gears Up: Troop Build-Up Along Dnipro River

Ukrainian forces cross Dnipro River into Russian-occupied territory. Russian shelling targets Pishchanivka village in Kherson region. US-based Institute for the Study of War reports Ukraine’s military seems to have verified reports of its forces crossing into the Russian-occupied eastern bank of the Dnipro River. The General Staff of the armed forces noted that Pishchanivka village … Read more

Russia uses punishment battalions in nod to Stalin’s policies

Stalin's policies

Russia used punishment battalions in a nod to Stalin’s policies. Russian penal units are referred to as “Storm-Z” squads. Storm-Z fighters were often considered expendable by officers. According to 13 individuals with inside knowledge, including five members of these units Russian penal units referred to as “Storm-Z” squads have been deployed to the frontlines in … Read more

UK fighter Daniel Burke killed in Ukraine, says police

UK fighter Daniel Burke killed in Ukraine, says police

British fighter Daniel Burke has been found dead in Ukraine. He was reported missing by his family in August 2022. Ukrainian authorities have located his body in Zaporizhzhia. Police have confirmed the discovery of a body in the search for Daniel Burke, a former paratrooper who had gone missing while fighting in Ukraine. Daniel Burke, … Read more

Missile strike on Zaporizhzhia causes minor damage

Missile strike on Zaporizhzhia causes minor damage

Missile attack on Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine Limited damage to civilian infrastructure No reported casualties There has been limited harm to civilian infrastructure in the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia following a missile attack from Russia on Friday, and as of now, there have been no reported casualties, according to Ukrainian authorities. “The enemy launched a missile … Read more

Russia bombs UN hotel in Zaporizhzhia, 1 dead & 16 injured

Russia bombs UN hotel

In the heart of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, a Russian missile has struck a hotel, resulting in a tragic loss of life and injuries to 16 individuals, as confirmed by Ukrainian officials. This somber incident unfolded on an evening in the midst of an already precarious situation in the region. The impact of an Iskander missile was … Read more

At least 6 missiles fired at Zaporizhzhia, says Ukraine officials

Zaporizhzhia

Russian forces launched at least six missiles at Zaporizhzhia. Damaging civilian infrastructure and killing one person. And injuring 25 others. Search and rescue operation is ongoing. Russian forces launched at least six missiles at Zaporizhzhia, according to a statement released by the Ukrainian prosecutor’s office on Wednesday. The type of missiles that were used are … Read more

At least 1 killed and dozen injured after missile strike

missile strike

One person was killed. And 25 others were injured in a missile attack in Zaporizhzhia. 25 people are currently in hospitals. 3 people are in serious condition. One person was killed and 25 others were hospitalized as a result of a missile strike on a residential building in Zaporizhzhia, according to acting mayor Anatolii Kurtiev. … Read more

Zaporizhzhia not like Chernobyl, says nuclear engineering expert

Zaporizhzhia

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear reactor can still be operated safely. But if shelled, there could be a local release of radioactivity. That would be of most danger to Russian forces. An authority on nuclear engineering claims that despite another power outage, the Zaporizhzhia nuclear reactor can still be operated safely. Professor Michael Fitzpatrick from Coventry University … Read more

Ukraine destroys 61 of 71 Russian cruise missiles

Russian cruise missiles

Ukraine’s Air Force Command reported that it had shot down 61 of 71 missiles. Including eight Tu-95MS strategic bombers, Kalibr-type sea-based cruise missiles. 35 S-300 missiles, and five Shahed drones of Iranian manufacture. Air raid sirens had been sounding across the nation earlier as a result of a number of attacks. When Ukraine’s Air Force … Read more

Ukraine’s General Staff details heavy Russian fire in Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia

General Staff of Ukraine reported rocket and missile attacks on the Nikopol. A theatre had burned down in Hulyaipole, he claimed. There had also been a woman killed there. There are new signs that Russian forces are escalating hostilities in and around the south-east Ukrainian region of Zaporizhzhia. In its most recent report on military … Read more

Russians targeting civilians more directly, says Mykolaiv governor

Russia

Ukraine intercepted 12 of Russia’s 20 cruise missiles. Zaporizhzhia district Governor Mykolaiv: Eight homes were demolished. Four individuals were hurt, including a pregnant mother and a 14-year-old girl. Russia launched 20 cruise missiles over Ukraine on Saturday afternoon, 12 of which were intercepted by Ukrainian forces, according to Ukrainian military leader Gen. Valerii Zaluzhnyi. According … Read more

Putin awards governors of unlawfully occupied Ukrainian areas

Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin awards state prizes to the governors of annexed territories. Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhya, and Kherson are featured. Margarita Simonyan also receives Putin’s highest distinction. Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, has given state prizes to the Kremlin-installed governors of four seized territories in southern and eastern Ukraine that Moscow illegally annexed in September. The … Read more

Russian strikes leave Kharkiv without power

kharkiv

Russian strikes hit energy stations across Ukraine. It leaves Kharkiv without power. Russian soldiers launched 76 missiles and conducted drone operations. Russian strikes hit energy stations across Ukraine, leaving Kharkiv without power for hours. Russian soldiers launched 76 missiles and conducted drone operations Friday, local officials claimed. Kharkiv’s mayor reported “colossal” damage. By dusk, 55% … Read more

Ukrainian infrastructure minister says energy is “totally destroyed”

Ukraine’s infrastructure minister uses “big bags of sand.” Ukrenergo: situation “remains challenging but under control.” Insurgents have shut down Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Around 50% of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure for electricity have been “damaged more” and some has been “totally destroyed,” Oleksandr Kubrakov, the country’s infrastructure minister, has told Media. Ukraine was using “big bags … Read more

Moscow won’t accept oil export price caps, says Kremlin spokesman

Moscow

Russian missile attacks in Zaporizhzhia resulted in the deaths of two individuals and the injuries of two more. Several private houses were destroyed, an official said. The secretary of the local council did not confirm the target of the missiles’ disruptions. Moscow would not accept a price cap on its oil exports enacted by a number … Read more

Two dies in Russian missile strikes on Zaporizhzhia region

Zaporizhzhia region

Russian missile attacks in Zaporizhzhia resulted in the deaths of two individuals and the injuries of two more. Several private houses were destroyed, an official said. The secretary of the local council did not confirm the target of the missiles’ disruptions. A wave of Russian missile attacks has resulted in the deaths of two individuals and … Read more

Zaporizhzhia attack kills newborn child in Ukraine hospital

Zaporizhzhia attack kills newborn child

Russian missile attack kills newborn baby in southern Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region. Ukrainian president accuses Russia of bringing “horror and bloodshed” to his nation. World Health Organization has recorded 703 attacks on health infrastructure since Russian invasion began in February. According to rescue officials, a newborn baby has been killed in a Russian missile attack on … Read more

“Lot of missiles” in air prompted air raid alarms across Ukraine

"Lot of missiles" in air prompted air raid

Violence has been escalating in the southern and eastern regions of Ukraine. Local leaders have cited “massive shelling” as the cause of the conflict’s escalation. In Zaporizhzhia, Russian shelling on a maternity hospital resulted in the death of a newborn baby. Warnings of air raids have been issued across the entirety of Ukraine. “There are … Read more

At least four killed in nocturnal strike in Zaporizhzhia, claims official

At least four killed in nocturnal strike in Zaporizhzhia, claims official

Russian missile attack on Vilniansk in Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine leaves at least four dead. Russian shelling and missile strikes continued to target civilian infrastructure in different regions of Ukraine. Moscow’s attacks seemed to be the biggest since October 10, when Russia intensified its campaign against infrastructure. Oleksandr Starukh, the head of the regional government, … Read more

“Propaganda” checks on Zaporizhzhia citizens’ phones

"Propaganda" checks on Zaporizhzhia citizens' phones

Mobile phones of inhabitants in the Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine will be checked for “propaganda” content. Anyone found to be a “foreign agent” could face criminal prosecution. The inspections were permissible under martial law imposed by Moscow on October 19th. The authorities that are in charge of the occupied districts in the Zaporizhzhia region of … Read more

Russian rocket targets school in Zaporizhzhia

Russian rockets targets school in Zaporizhzhia

A school was attacked by Russian rockets on Thursday in the Zaporizhzhia region. Russian terrorists launched a rocket attack on the territory of a children’s specialized school Information about destruction and victims is being clarified. A school was attacked by Russian rockets on Thursday in the Zaporizhzhia region of southeast Ukraine, claims a Ukrainian official. … Read more

17 killed by Russian strikes on the eastern city of Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia

Ukrainian President Zelensky called the shelling “merciless strikes on peaceful people again”. Russia has controlled parts of the Zaporizhzhia area, including its nuclear power facility. The IAEA is advocating for the creation of a protective zone around the site. According to the Ukrainian defence ministry, at least 17 people have died as a result of … Read more

UN nuclear watchdog chief calls Zaporizhzhia plant shelling “irresponsible”

Zaporizhzhia shelling

The UN’s nuclear watchdog criticised new shelling near Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. According to the plant’s operator, the shelling just cut the plant off from Ukraine’s power grid. Diesel generators are now used to power the plant. Six reactors are in “cold shutdown.” The UN’s nuclear watchdog criticised new shelling near Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear … Read more

Russian missiles kills 11 in Zaporizhzhia, rescue attempts continue

Russian missiles Zaporizhzhia

Rescue operations are underway in the city of Zaporizhzhia. The city was hit by Russian missile attacks on October 6. Ukrainian forces have full control of the city, but 75% of the region is still under Russian control. Ukrainian authorities said 11 people were killed by Russian missile attacks on Thursday, and rescue operations are … Read more

The Zaporizhzhia hits by four missiles, no injury reported

missiles hits Zaporizhzhia

There were no injuries reported despite the fact that some industrial infrastructure was destroyed. The missiles struck the metropolitan core as well as the surrounding suburban districts. Starukh, said we comply with all safety regulations and have full confidence in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Oleksandr Starukh, the head of the regional administration in Ukraine, … Read more

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant chief Arrested by Russians during Ukraine war

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Ihor Murashov was detained as his automobile was travelling from the facility to the nearby town of Enerhodar. Kontin stated that he thought the attempt to kidnap Mr Musharov was an effort to persuade him to agree to the transfer of the power plant from Ukraine to Russia. The facility president accused Russia of “nuclear … Read more

Ukraine war: Zaporizhzhia was hit by rockets, numerous people have died

Ukraine war

Local authorities report that a Russian missile attack on a relief convoy in south Ukraine resulted in at least 23 deaths and several injuries. One horrified victim reported hearing at least three explosions to the media. The incident was attributed to Ukraine by a local official who had been appointed by Russia. Local authorities report … Read more