Russia's Deadly Strike on Zaporizhzhia Kills 12, Including Children

2026, October 10

Ukraine / Russia

A Russian airstrike on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed 12 people, including three children, and injured 14 others, according to regional officials. Five glide bombs reportedly struck residential areas. The attack came amid an intensification of Russian strikes across Ukraine, with damage to electricity infrastructure also causing power outages in parts of Kyiv.

The attack follows a controversial announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington would ease restrictions on Russian diesel exports to help lower American fuel prices. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticised the move, arguing that relaxing economic pressure could encourage further Russian aggression. The combination of continued military attacks and shifting U.S. energy policy raises fresh questions about international efforts to end the war.

Why it matters: Civilian casualties continue to mount, while disagreements over sanctions threaten to complicate Western support for Ukraine.