Russia strikes prison in Ukraine, killing 16 and wounding dozens
Summary
A Russian airstrike hit a prison in southeastern Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region, killing 16 people and injuring over 30, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack damaged nearby homes and was part of several recent strikes in the area. Ukrainian leaders described it as a violation of humanitarian law, while the region remains partially claimed by Russia.Key Facts
- A Russian airstrike on a prison in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, killed 16 people and injured more than 30 others.
- The attack used high-explosive aerial glide bombs, causing significant damage to the prison and surrounding homes.
- Ukraine's chief of staff condemned the attack as a war crime.
- Zaporizhzhia is claimed by Russia but is mainly under Ukrainian control.
- The attack is part of ongoing strikes by Russia in the region since 2022.
- Ukraine's human rights commissioner stated that attacking a prison violates humanitarian law.
- US President Donald Trump warned Russia to agree to a ceasefire or face significant sanctions.
- Other areas in Ukraine, such as Dnipropetrovsk, also faced attacks, resulting in more deaths and injuries.
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