Zelenskyy: Deadly Zaporizhia strike killing 12 people is Russia's 'thanks' for U.S. diesel waiver

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his nation's gratitude to Russia for killing 12 people, including three children, in Zaporizhia. The deadly strikes, which involved five guided aerial bombs, served as Russia's way of appreciating the earlier decision to relieve sanctions on diesel fuel exports. In a Facebook post on Saturday, Zelenskyy stated that another 14 individuals were injured, with two in critical condition.

The search for the remaining individuals is ongoing, and emergency services are working tirelessly at the scene. Overnight, Zelenskyy reported that a total of 13 regions in Ukraine came under attack, resulting in damage to residential buildings, infrastructure, and railway facilities. Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia's willingness to drop bombs on cities indicates their lack of understanding of the consequences of taking any easing of pressure to mean they can continue fighting.

He urged Russia to recognize the need to cease the war, as Ukrainian long-range capabilities continue to respond to Russian strikes. Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to those who are providing support during these trying times.