Cluster Bomb / Submunition
Cluster Bomb / Submunition event in Zaporizhzhia, Bilenke area, Ukraine on Sat 7th October 2023
7th October 2023
During the shelling, one person died, and two others were injured, with five private residences in the area sustaining significant damage. Russian forces targeted the village of Bilenke in Zaporizhzhia Oblast with cluster munitions, resulting in one fatality and two individuals sustaining injuries. According to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (DSNS) and Zaporizhzhia Oblast Administration (OVA), the attack occurred at approximately 07:45 local time on October 7th. During the shelling, a woman lost her life, while two other individuals suffered injuries. Additionally, the attack caused significant damage to five private residences in the area. Authorities have confirmed that Russian military personnel carried out the assault on the peaceful village using multiple launch rocket systems armed with cluster munitions.
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Zaporizhzhia ( Bilenke area )
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