Morning Ballistic Attack on Zaporizhzhia: Lives Under Threat Ahead of Trump and Zelensky Meetings
On the day of tense diplomatic negotiations and scheduled meetings between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S.
President Donald Trump, Russian forces escalated their offensive in southeastern Ukraine, launching a missile strike on Zaporizhzhia.
The attack occurred on Monday morning, August 18, between 9:00 and 9:05, when two powerful explosions rocked the city.
Preliminary reports indicate that civilians were injured during the attack, with regional governor Ivan Fedorov confirming that the enemy targeted critical infrastructure and aimed to spread panic among residents.
Fedorov also noted that rescue efforts for the wounded are ongoing, and new information from medical services continues to arrive.
Residents are urged to stay in safe locations as the threat level remains high.
Two people have been hospitalized with injuries, and the condition of others affected is being clarified.
This attack marks another tense episode in the ongoing conflict and highlights the persistent danger even during significant political events.
Local authorities call on residents to remain vigilant and follow safety protocols, as missile threat continues to be a pressing concern.