Russian airstrikes on residential buildings in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region killed 8 people, including 3 children, and injured 16 others, according to local defence council co-chair Ivan Fedorov. The attack followed the announcement of a diesel supply agreement between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The reported strike adds to a recent rise in deaths across Ukraine. More than 55 people have been killed in the country during the past 4 days, according to the supplied account.
What happened in Zaporizhzhia
The residential buildings were hit by Russian aerial bombs on Saturday, the report said. The casualties included 3 children, while 16 other people were injured.
further details about the condition of those injured or the extent of damage to the buildings is not yet available.
Diesel agreement draws condemnation
Trump announced the agreement 1 day before the Zaporizhzhia attack. He said the arrangement had been reached during a phone conversation with Putin and was intended to address rising fuel prices ahead of US midterm elections.
Under the reported terms, Russia would immediately supply more than 3 lakh tonnes of diesel. A further 5 lakh tonnes would be sent in November, followed by an additional 10 lakh tonnes soon after. Another 30 lakh tonnes would be supplied within a shorter period, according to the account.
The decision was presented as a reversal of the US approach to Russia. Trump had signed a broad Russia sanctions law the previous month, with the stated aim of restricting Russian oil and gas revenue linked to the war in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy criticises the decision
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemned the agreement. He described it as a weak decision by powerful allies and warned that it would provide Russia with financial resources for further attacks.
Zelenskyy also said the arrangement would benefit Russia by giving it greater scope to kill more people, prolong the war and show less respect toward the United States.
The Ukrainian president expressed further disappointment over parallel diplomatic discussions in Miami. Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner were meeting Ukrainian representatives there to discuss a peace proposal.
Zelenskyy said the Ukrainian team involved in those discussions was being used only as a display. He described that treatment as inappropriate among allies.
Conclusion
The reported Zaporizhzhia strikes killed 8 people, including 3 children, and injured 16 others after the announcement of the Trump-Putin diesel agreement. The deal has drawn strong opposition from Zelenskyy, who says it could give Russia additional financial resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many people died in the Zaporizhzhia airstrikes?
The reported death toll was 8 people.
Q. How many children were among those killed?
The report said 3 children were among the dead.
Q. How many people were injured?
The reported number of injured people was 16.
Q. What was the reported diesel agreement?
Russia was reported to be supplying more than 3 lakh tonnes of diesel immediately, followed by further shipments of 5 lakh tonnes, 10 lakh tonnes and 30 lakh tonnes.
Q. Who condemned the agreement?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the agreement.
Q. Who discussed the peace proposal with Ukrainian representatives?
Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were reported to be discussing a peace proposal with Ukrainian representatives in Miami.
