Zelensky says a residential area in Zaporizhzhia was attacked, 18 dead

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kyiv, November 2 (Reporter Li Dongxu) - Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on social media on the evening of the 2nd that the Russian military launched an attack on the residential area of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region that day, resulting in at least 18 deaths.

Zelensky mentioned that in the morning, multiple aerial bombs bombed a school in Komyshuvakha that was responsible for distributing humanitarian aid supplies and its shelter. As of that evening, 18 people had died, and another 5 were injured, with rescue and search operations still ongoing.

The head of the Zaporizhzhia regional military administration, Semikin, stated on social media that the Russian military fired 9 FAB-3000 guided aerial bombs at the residential area of Komyshuvakha that day, which not only resulted in 18 deaths but also left 27 people missing.

Classification
Region
Europe, Russia & CIS
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Casualties & Losses
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
9 FAB-3000 guided bombs
Activity
Russian forces attacked a residential area
Location
Komsomolskoye · Zaporizhzhia Oblast · Ukraine
Unit
Russian Army
Time
November 2
Equipment
FAB-3000 guided bombs
Summary

Russian forces attacked the Komsomolskoye residential area in Zaporizhzhia Oblast on November 2, resulting in at least 18 deaths and 5 injuries. The assault involved the use of 9 FAB-3000 guided bombs targeting a school that was distributing humanitarian aid. Rescue operations are currently underway for the 27 individuals reported missing.

Key Facts
  • At least 18 people were killed in the attack.
  • 5 people were injured and 27 are missing.
  • The attack targeted a school involved in humanitarian aid distribution.
  • 9 FAB-3000 guided bombs were used in the strike.
  • Rescue and search operations are ongoing.