In Zaporizhzhia, six people lost their lives due to an attack.

In Zaporizhzhia, six people have died as a result of a morning attack from the Russian Federation. Meanwhile, the number of injured has risen to nine.

This was stated by the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov, as reported by RBK-Ukraine referencing his message on Telegram.

"Six people have died and nine are wounded. A fire broke out at the impact site - these are the preliminary consequences of the enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia," he said.

Fedorov also added that the injured are currently receiving all necessary assistance.

Updated 12:05

The number of injured in Zaporizhzhia has increased to 16 people.

Updated 13:03

According to the Office of the Prosecutor General, the number of casualties from the Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia has risen to 20 people.

Updated 14:15

The number of injured due to the Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 23 people.

Prior to this, the head of the regional administration reported that Russians struck an infrastructure facility in Zaporizhzhia.

Situation in Zaporizhzhia Region

In October, there were media reports indicating that Russian troops might be preparing for a large-scale offensive aimed at capturing Zaporizhzhia. The occupiers have also intensified airstrikes on the city, using guided aerial bombs.

Recently, it became known that Russian troops have taken control of the village of Levadne in the Zaporizhzhia region, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed their advance in this direction.

Military officials are warning of a potential threat on the southern front. Several sources in military and political circles, with whom RBK-Ukraine spoke, expressed concern about possible offensive actions by the occupiers in the Zaporizhzhia region.