Russian airstrike hits shopping center in Zaporizhzhia
A Russian airstrike targeted a shopping center in the city of Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, resulting in a major fire. The attack is part of a broader series of Russian strikes across the country that have left at least 19 people injured. Local authorities and international observers continue to monitor the impact of these strikes on civilian infrastructure and the ongoing humanitarian situation in the region.
Date: September 18, 2026
Location: Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 19
Source: Al Jazeera