Russian airstrikes kill civilians in Zaporizhzhia; Ukraine strikes Rostov-on-Don

Russian forces dropped aerial bombs on residential areas of Zaporizhzhia, killing several people, according to Ukrainian officials. In a parallel escalation, Ukraine conducted a strike on Rostov-on-Don, injuring six. The attack follows recent sanctions relief, with Zelenskyy framing it as Russia's response, indicating continued tit-for-tat escalation despite diplomatic moves.