Russian Strikes Kill Woman, Injure 24 in Zaporizhzhia

On April 22, Russian forces launched two guided aerial bombs at the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, killing a woman and injuring at least 15 people, including several children. The strikes targeted both a residential building and an infrastructure facility, causing significant damage and sparking fires that required emergency response. Local officials reported that the attack occurred shortly after an air raid alert, and medical teams treated multiple victims, with the number of injured rising throughout the day. The bombs, described as highly destructive and difficult for Ukrainian air defenses to intercept, struck a densely populated area and contributed to an escalation in hostilities in the region. Zaporizhzhia, a key logistical and industrial hub near the front line, has faced intensified Russian attacks as part of a broader offensive, with drone strikes also reported in Kherson and Kharkiv causing additional casualties and damage. Russian authorities have not commented on the latest strikes, while Ukrainian officials continue to urge residents to seek shelter during ongoing air threats.