Damage to URCS warehouse from Russian air attack does not affect operations – statement

Minor exterior damage to a Ukrainian Red Cross (URCS) warehouse has not disrupted the organization's operations. Following a massive Russian attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region on August 20, the URCS warehouse sustained slight exterior damage. However, the stored equipment and humanitarian aid remained unaffected. In a statement shared on Facebook, the URCS affirmed that its work continued as usual.

Since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022, over 20 Ukrainian Red Cross facilities across various regions have been damaged by Russian attacks. Moreover, more than 20 of the organization's vehicles, which are crucial for delivering immediate assistance, conducting evacuations, and responding to humanitarian needs, have also been damaged.

Despite these relentless assaults on humanitarian infrastructure, the URCS remains committed to providing aid to the people of Ukraine. The organization's teams continue to respond to the aftermath of shelling, assist those affected, carry out evacuations, provide first aid and psychological support, and supply communities with essential humanitarian goods, according to the statement.