Russia carries out attacks on Ukrainian cities with missiles, drones and glide bombs, killing at least nine to 10 civilians, according to Ukrainian officials. The reporting describes deaths linked to an overnight strike and additional casualties across different regions, including southeastern and central areas.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is receiving further military assistance from North Korea. He states that ballistic missiles supplied by Pyongyang are used in an attack on Zaporizhzhia, where officials report multiple deaths and dozens of injuries. Other reported fatalities occur in the Dnipropetrovsk region from drones and artillery, including a 15-year-old boy.
Coverage varies in detail and totals, with one outlet citing nine deaths and others citing 10. Some accounts include added information on the reported impact in Zaporizhzhia, including references to a steel plant and specific worker deaths, while others provide a shorter summary of the same events. All outlets attribute the North Korean connection to Zelenskyy’s remarks, framed against the backdrop of a 2024 strategic partnership between Russia and North Korea that pledges mutual assistance.
