Russian drone strike near Kyiv kills at least 27

At least 37 people lost their lives when a Russian drone attacked a depot located near Kyiv's western outskirts on Saturday, according to Ukrainian authorities. The incident resulted in a massive fire and explosions, with the depot reportedly housing "explosive objects". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his concern that such ammunition should not be stored near residential areas.

The blast caused significant damage to surrounding residential areas, including a care home for the elderly and disabled. President Zelensky reported that the death toll in the Bucha district has risen to 37, and officials continue their rescue efforts at the scene. The Ukrainian prosecutor general's office has launched an investigation into the legality of storing explosive materials at the site and whether the facility had the necessary permits.

Prime Minister Sergiy Koretsky regretted that "the same mistakes" were being repeated after a similar attack in July, which led to a lack of compliance with safety standards. He emphasized that those responsible must face severe punishment to prevent such incidents from occurring again.