Russian Attacks Intensify in Dnipropetrovsk Region; Missing Girl Searched

In the night of September 28, Russian forces continue to strike the Dnipropetrovsk region, intensifying shelling on several areas of the region. According to operational data, both artillery and unmanned aerial vehicles have been used.

In the area around Nikopol and near the Pokrovska community, heavy artillery and FPV drones were used, leading to fires and damage to infrastructure. Rescue services and emergency services are working at the scenes, assessing the extent of the damage and clearing the consequences.

According to preliminary data, a significant number of drones were destroyed shortly before midnight, and the region’s air defense forces effectively repelled the attack. Such data are confirmed by materials from the regional defense administration and the Air Forces.

As a result of the attacks, residential buildings and civil infrastructure facilities in several settlements were damaged. Local authorities and emergency services are working on restoration and providing the necessary assistance to residents.

Key events for September 28, 2025

In Dnipro, authorities are searching for 13-year-old Maria Tsurkanovska. According to law enforcement, on the evening of September 27 the girl left home in the Shevchenkivskyi district and has not returned since. Description: about 15 years old, about 170 cm tall, slim, black hair, brown eyes. She was wearing a black plaid sweater, blue jeans and sneakers. If you have any information about the child’s whereabouts, please report it at the phone number 0 (96) 884 83 94 or 102.

The Dnipropetrovsk region police are appealing to citizens to help in the search and to maintain safety. Authorities emphasize the importance of timely reporting to quickly determine the child’s whereabouts and ensure her safety during air raid alerts.

Additionally, they report that air defense forces continue to patrol the airspace and neutralize threats from enemy drones. The coordinated work of rescue services, regional defense structures, and local authorities is noted.