Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia with glide bombs on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of five people and injuring 11, according to Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov. The attack also destroyed and damaged numerous residential and non-residential buildings.

These strikes come amid an escalation of attacks from both Russia and Ukraine in recent weeks, with peace talks remaining stalled. The destruction in Zaporizhzhia underscores the ongoing intensity of the conflict and its impact on civilian infrastructure.

Governor Fedorov stated that specialists were on-site documenting the damage, while utility workers worked to address the consequences of the attack. The number of injured was reported to be rising following the bombardment.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in his nightly address, warned citizens that Russia was preparing for a "massive attack" and urged them to be vigilant about air raid warnings. He also confirmed Ukrainian forces had targeted an oil refinery in Russia’s Tyumen region.

Earlier on Saturday, an aerial attack in Kharkiv killed one person and wounded nine others, with Mayor Ihor Terekhov reporting a residential area hit by a "guided aerial bomb strike." In Kherson, a 72-year-old woman was reported wounded in a drone strike.

Russia's Ministry of Defence claimed its air defenses shot down 187 Ukrainian drones overnight. This follows Ukraine's significant drone attack on Moscow two days prior, which caused fires, impacted an oil refinery, and led to airport evacuations.

The intensified strikes highlight a strategic shift, with both sides increasing offensive actions. The targeting of infrastructure, including oil refineries, suggests a move towards crippling economic and logistical capabilities.

As the conflict continues without clear diplomatic progress, the civilian toll and the potential for further large-scale attacks remain significant concerns for Ukraine.