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Russian Glide Bombs Hit Zaporizhzhya, Sixteen Injured
The southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhya was rocked by a Russian airstrike on Monday morning, causing injuries to sixteen individuals.
Shockingly, this was the first time the city had been targeted using deadly glide bombs, launched by Russian fighter jets and guided over long distances to cause devastation.
The attack destroyed 13 residential buildings, two kindergartens, and several vehicles, leaving the city reeling from the overnight assault.
Zaporizhzhya, located just 60 kilometres from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant, has become a key battleground in the ongoing conflict due to its strategic importance.
The use of these powerful glide bombs, carrying hundreds of kilograms of explosives, has already caused significant damage in other parts of Ukraine, including the eastern city of Kharkiv.
Facing this increased threat, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urgently appealed to Western nations for permission to use advanced Western weapons against Russian air bases near the front lines.
However, Ukraine’s allies have been hesitant, fearing that such actions could further escalate the conflict and lead to confrontation with Russia.
As the war continues, the situation for civilians in cities like Zaporizhzhya remains perilous, with critical infrastructure constantly at risk from Russian airstrikes and artillery fire.
Despite ongoing negotiations for military aid, the Ukrainian government is determined to find ways to defend its cities from devastating attacks while seeking stronger international support to counter Russia’s growing military capabilities.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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