Russian strike on warehouse near Kyiv kills dozens
Hundreds were also forced to evacuate after a Russian attack on a warehouse near Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, sparked a huge fire and explosions.
A Russian drone attack on a warehouse near Kyiv on Friday resulted in at least 27 fatalities, according to Ukrainian authorities. The incident occurred in the Bucha district, located close to the Ukrainian capital. The warehouse, targeted by the drone, caught fire and exploded, causing significant damage to surrounding infrastructure. Over 370 individuals were forced to evacuate the area due to the destruction.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the attack, stating that criminal proceedings have been initiated for official negligence. He also emphasized that ammunition should not be stored near residential areas, as per the regulations.
This incident follows a series of constant air raids targeting Kyiv and its surrounding region in the past two days. Zelenskyy expressed concern over the inability of Ukraine to defend against such strikes without external support, given the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine for nearly five years.
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