Ukrainian forces destroy 665 drones as Russian attacks continue in Zaporizhzhia

Ukrainian forces destroyed 665 Russian drones in Zaporizhzhia between May 31 and June 7, as Russian attacks continued, causing power outages and fires in Zaporizhzhia city and fatalities in Balabyne.
Ukrainian forces in the Zaporizhzhia region destroyed 665 Russian drones, including "Shaheds," between May 31 and June 7, according to regional head Ivan Fedorov. This defensive activity occurred amidst ongoing Russian assaults. On June 7, Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia city during the night and morning, leading to power outages in parts of the city and sparking fires. These strikes involved drones, guided aerial bombs, and ballistic missiles. Earlier on June 7, the village of Balabyne in the Zaporizhzhia district was hit by guided aerial bombs near a public transport stop, resulting in two deaths and five injuries, with victims ranging from one to 79 years old. Emergency services are responding to the aftermath of these incidents.
Sources: Суспільне Новини, Українська правда, Радіо Свобода
Sources
- Українська правда — Росія вдарила по Запоріжжю: один із районів опинився без світла, спалахнула пожежа
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- Радіо Свобода — Сили РФ вдарили КАБами по Запоріжжю: двоє загиблих, є поранені – влада
Earlier coverage
- Jun 8, 2026, 06:30 PM UTCRussian drone attack on Zaporizhzhia kills two, injures 18
- Jun 8, 2026, 05:30 PM UTCRussian drone attack on Zaporizhzhia kills two, injures 18
- Jun 7, 2026, 02:00 PM UTCTwo killed, five injured in Russian strike on Balabyne village
- Jun 7, 2026, 03:30 AM UTCRussian forces attack Zaporizhzhia, causing power outages and fire