A Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia has left two people dead. The strike hit a residential home, killing a 37-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman, according to Ukrainian officials on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Additional attacks in the Zhytomyr and Kyiv regions also resulted in injuries.
The strikes once again targeted civilian areas and residential buildings. Ukrainian authorities reported damage and casualties in several parts of the country due to Russian attacks.
Two Killed in Zaporizhzhia
During the attack on southeastern Zaporizhzhia, a Russian strike hit a private residence, killing a couple—a 37-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman.
The information was confirmed by Mykhailo Semikin, head of the Zaporizhzhia regional military administration. The attack caused further destruction in a city that has repeatedly been targeted by Russian air raids.
Zaporizhzhia, located in southeastern Ukraine, has suffered regularly from the continuing war. In early October, Russian attacks on the city damaged homes and caused additional casualties.
Drone Hits Home in Zhytomyr Region
Another attack was reported in the Zhytomyr region in western Ukraine. A Russian Shahed-type drone struck a residential building, injuring at least nine people, including two children, according to local authorities.
Two of the injured were taken to hospital. Officials have not yet provided further updates on the health status of all those affected.
Drone assaults continue to pose a threat to Ukrainian cities and towns. In addition to direct damage to buildings, these attacks can cause fires, service outages, and endanger people living nearby.
Injuries Reported in Kyiv Region
The aftermath of a Russian strike was also reported in the Kyiv region. According to Tymur Tkachenko, head of the local military administration, a drone hit an open area near a local store.
The explosion damaged surrounding houses and vehicles on a nearby road. A 59-year-old man was injured, suffering a leg wound and concussion, authorities said.
Officials in the affected regions continue to assess the scope of damage and consequences of the attacks. Numbers of casualties and injuries may change as rescue and medical teams carry out their work.
Russian Attacks on Civilian Areas Continue
The latest events are part of a broader pattern of ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. In recent weeks, Ukrainian authorities have reported deaths and injuries in regions including Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia.
The strikes are hitting residential buildings, public spaces, and energy facilities. Organizations monitoring the situation in Ukraine have warned repeatedly about the heavy toll the war is taking on civilians. According to UN figures, hundreds of civilians were killed and thousands more injured in attacks across Ukraine in September 2026.
Further updates on the front lines and security situation in the region are available in our coverage of how Ukraine is preparing for winter in survival mode while Russia targets the country’s energy system.
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This article was translated from the original Slovak version with the assistance of AI.
