At least 27 people were killed and 42 others injured after a Russian attack struck a facility in Ukraine’s Bucha district near Kyiv. Ukrainian officials confirmed the casualties following the overnight incident.
The attack triggered a major fire and subsequent explosions at the site, causing extensive damage in the surrounding area. Emergency teams were deployed to deal with the blaze and search for victims.
Ukrainian authorities said more than 380 people were evacuated from the affected area after the incident. Nearby residential buildings and other facilities also suffered damage during the attack.
Four children were among the injured, according to Ukrainian officials. Several injured people required medical treatment, while rescue workers continued operations at the site following the explosions.
The strike took place amid continued Russian drone attacks across the Kyiv region. The latest assault added to concerns over the safety of civilians and critical facilities as the Russia Ukraine war continues.
Ukrainian authorities have launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack and called for accountability over the deaths and destruction.
The latest casualties add to the growing human cost of the Russia Ukraine war, with emergency services still assessing the damage. Officials have warned that the death toll could rise as recovery and search operations continue.
