UAV event in Zaporizhzhia area, Ukraine on Thu 27th August 2026

27th August 2026

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Russian drone hits civilian vehicle in Zaporizhzhia: two people injured – photos, video.

A Russian FPV drone attacked a civilian vehicle in Zaporizhzhia on the afternoon of 27 August while it was moving in the middle of the road, injuring two people.

Source: Ivan Fedorov, Head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration

Quote: "A Russian drone attacked a vehicle at an intersection in one of the city's districts. Two people were injured as a result of the strike. They are receiving all necessary medical treatment."

Details: The two men sustained shrapnel wounds, concussion and blast injuries as a result of the drone attack.

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Ukraine (UKR)

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