Russian strikes killed three civilians and wounded dozens in Ukraine, according to local officials. Two people were killed and one wounded in a drone strike on a residential area in Zaporizhzhia, while one person died and three others were wounded in Kryvyi Rih. Putin warned Europe that sending troops would mean direct conflict.
WHO:Russian forces; local officials
WHAT:Russian drones and strikes killed three civilians and wounded dozens across Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia and Kryvyi Rih.
WHEN:Sep 12, 2026
WHERE:Ukraine
WHY:No specific cause was reported for the strikes beyond the broader context of Russia’s air campaign and targeting of Ukraine’s power grid.