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After Ukraine launches 100 drone strikes on Crimea, Russia unleashes bombardment in Zaporizhzhia

Anmol Kumar by Anmol Kumar
May 2, 2025
in Eurasia
Ukraine, Russia exchange drone strikes intensifies amid peace talk

Ukraine, Russia exchange drone strikes intensifies amid peace talk

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Zaporizhzhia, a key industrial city in southeastern Ukraine, came under heavy attack overnight. According to regional governor Ivan Fedorov, at least 29 people were injured after Russian forces launched multiple drone strikes on the city. Rescue teams pulled three people from the rubble, and 12 victims are now being treated in hospitals.

The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russia launched 150 drones overnight. Out of these, 64 were shot down. Another 62 failed to reach their targets due to electronic warfare systems. The fate of the remaining 24 drones is unclear.

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Photos shared online showed buildings on fire and emergency workers climbing up damaged structures to carry out rescues. In one image, rescuers are seen helping an injured man to safety.

One of the key sites hit was Ukrzaliznytsia’s locomotive repair plant. The plant, which fixes passenger electric locomotives, suffered major damage. Reports say it will no longer be able to function.

In a separate attack, two men were injured in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region. Fires broke out at two sites following a Russian drone strikes, local governor Sergiy Lysak said.

Ukrainian attack on Crimea despite clear warning

Meanwhile, Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed that it shot down 121 Ukrainian drones overnight. Most of these drones were intercepted over Crimea, the Black Sea peninsula Russia took in 2014 by referendum. The ministry said 89 drones were shot down over Crimea and 23 over the Black Sea. Others were destroyed in Russian regions, including Krasnodar, Oryol, Bryansk, and Belgorod. One drone was also intercepted over the Sea of Azov.

Sevastopol, home to Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, was also targeted. The city’s governor, Mikhail Razvozhayev, called it a “massive combined attack.” However, he stated that the assault was fully repelled with no damage reported. Emergency services in the area remain on high alert.

Ukraine has regularly used drones to strike inside Russia, despite the peace talks are underway. These attacks often aim at military or infrastructure targets. On Thursday, Ukraine hit the town of Aleshki in Russia’s Kherson region. At least seven people were killed and more than 20 injured.

Ukrainian aggressive posture and attacks may derail the peace efforts that are underway in the Russia-Ukraine war between Russia and the US.

Previously this week, Zelensky also directly threatened Russia of attacking Moscow at the Victory Day party, where world leaders are gathering to witness the event. This shows Ukraine is not in a mood to reach peace despite global efforts.

The latest wave of attacks follows President Volodymyr Zelensky’s remarks on a new minerals deal with the United States. Though the deal lacks direct security guarantees, he called it a positive step. Zelensky urged Ukraine’s allies to increase pressure on Russia and force it into negotiations. However, his actions make it look like he wants the war to continue.

As both countries continue to launch drone strikes and missiles, the conflict shows no signs of slowing down. Civilians on both sides remain at risk.

Tags: CrimeaDrone StrikesRussia-Ukraine warRussian ForcesUkrainian dronesZaporizhzhia
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Anmol Kumar

Anmol Kumar

A Failed Shuttler and an upcoming geopolitical analyst, who always try to bring a different angle of any geopolitical event. I spend my spare time in reading non-fictional books, cooking food and spending time on sports.

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