Russia hits Zaporizhia with 16 missiles: 23 dead, deep potholes on road as families go to help

On Friday, Russia launched a missile attack on a convoy going to help local people in Zaporizhia, Ukraine. According to Ukrainian officials, 23 people were killed in the attack. While 28 people have been injured. A total of 16 missiles were fired from Russia in this area.

The attack was carried out when some Ukrainians were on their way to Zaporizhia for help. In fact, on Friday Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to sign an agreement in Moscow to connect Zaporizhia with Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk and Russia's Kherson regions. Also, Russia launched long-range S-300 missiles.

Russia will connect its border with four parts of Ukraine

After holding a plebiscite (referendum), Russia has officially decided to join 4 parts of Ukraine - Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhia. A program will be held today in Moscow. Russia's national media is portraying the event planned today as a referendum celebration.

Zaporozhye : the nuclear hub of Europe

Zaporozhye is very important for Russia. It is only 200 kilometers from Crimea under its control. Zaporozhye supplies electricity throughout Europe. In such a situation Ukraine will face difficulty in generating revenue after Russian occupation. It will threaten Ukraine's economy.

Zaporizhia the nuclear power hub of Europe. Europe's largest nuclear plant is located here. By incorporating this part into Russia, Putin could force European countries to cut off energy supplies. Russia's nuclear power may also increase.