Zelensky shows aftermath of Russian missile strike on Zaporizhzhia

He said this in a Telegram post, Ukrinform reports.

"A rescue eration is currently underway in Zaporizhzhia flowing a brutal Russian missile strike. So far, three pele have been reported killed. My condences to their families and loved ones. At least 14 pele have been injured, and all are receiving the necessary assistance," Zelensky said.

Video: Official Telegram channel of Ukrainian President Vodymyr Zelensky

He said that an office building had been destroyed, and a medical center, along with other ordinary city structures, had been damaged.

"There may still be pele trapped under the rubble, and every effort is being made to rescue them, with all services invved," Zelensky said.

He stressed that each of these strikes proves that Ukraine needs to enhance its air defense capabilities.

"The world has enough systems to do that. We have submitted all necessary requests to our partners for air defense systems — Patriots and others that can effectively defend lives. The matter depends entirely on pitical decisions: decisions by the U.S. Administration, Eurean leaders, and other partners around the world. These are decisions that can save thousands of lives and make Russian terror meaningless," Zelensky said.

On Tuesday, December 10, at around 15:00, the enemy launched a missile attack on Zaporizhzhia, destroying a private clinic. Three pele were reported killed and 16 injured in the strike.