Civilian Casualties Reported in Russian Strikes on Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Regions.

Strikes Target Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk

According to UATV: On February 25, 2023, Russian military forces launched attacks against the Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions of Ukraine, resulting in civilian deaths and injuries. These regions have been frequent targets since Russia's full-scale invasion began a year prior. In Zaporizhzhia, shelling killed 4 people and wounded 2 others. Over the course of the day, a total of 643 strikes were recorded across 32 settlements in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.

In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, the assault killed 2 people and injured 5. A residential building and an educational facility were set ablaze following an airstrike. Commenting on the events, the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov, stated:

“Four people were killed, and another two were wounded.” - Ivan Fedorov

Kharkiv Region Also Under Fire

Separately, shelling in the Kharkiv region wounded 11 people, including 2 children. In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, the head of the regional administration, Oleksandr Ganzha, confirmed the toll:

“Two people died, and five were wounded.” - Oleksandr Ganzha

These incidents underscore the perilous security situation in Ukrainian regions under continued assault. The attacks highlight the ongoing escalation of violence in Ukraine driven by Russia's military campaign. The intensification of conflict in areas like Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk endangers civilian lives and points to a critical nationwide security crisis. Regional authorities continue to monitor the situation and implement protective measures for the population, yet the consequences of these strikes remain severe for local communities.