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What homes in Zaporizhzhia look like after Russian attack on June 25

What homes in Zaporizhzhia look like after Russian attack on June 25 Illustrative photo: State Emergency Service rescuers (facebook.com/sergij.kruk)
Author: Oleh Velhan

Head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov, shared footage showing the aftermath of the overnight attack on the city, according to his channel.

As a result of Russian strikes on the private sector, houses, outbuildings, and vehicles sustained significant damage.

Roof tiles collapsed, windows in multi-story buildings were shattered, and the structures themselves were also damaged. Fences were knocked down due to the strikes.

According to official data, Russia carried out at least four strikes on the city overnight. Two people were injured in the attack.

Fedorov reported that nine private houses were damaged by missile strikes on Zaporizhzhia. Emergency services, utility workers, specialists from rescue and social services, and charitable organizations are assisting with the rapid response and elimination of the consequences of the attack.

Drone attack on June 25

On the evening of June 24, Russian forces launched drones at Ukrainian cities. The UAVs approached from multiple directions.

Drones were headed toward Vylkove in the Odesa region, where explosions were heard and air defense systems were activated.

Zaporizhzhia was also targeted, with windows shattered in residential buildings in one of the districts.

Kharkiv came under attack by Shahed drones as well. At least seven strikes were recorded, causing fires and damage. At least one person was reported injured.