High-rise building hit: In Zaporizhzhia, number of wounded climbs to 26, more than 130 apartments damaged

High-rise building hit: In Zaporizhzhia, number of wounded climbs to 26, more than 130 apartments damaged

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As a result of an air strike on Zaporizhzhia, which took place over an hour ago, more than 130 apartments in one of the high-rise buildings have been damaged. The number of wounded is growing.

This was reported by the Zaporizhzhia City Council on Telegram, according to Ukrinform.

“Preliminary estimates indicate that over 130 apartments have been damaged at this location. All relevant services are working on site. The inspection of the area is ongoing,” the city council wrote.

According to the city council, as of 13:00, 26 people are known to have been injured. People are being provided with assistance.

Read also: Russian army loses 1,730 troops, six tanks, 33 artillery systems over past day

As reported by Ukrinform, Russian troops struck Zaporizhzhia and the Zaporizhzhia region three times on Wednesday, December 17. As of 12:50, 21 people were reported injured as a result of the strikes.

Photo: Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration

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