Today, a Russian missile strike hit a location in the Kyiv region where representatives of Ukraine’s defense industry were present. This was reported by the Ukrainian Council of Weapons Manufacturers.
Unfortunately, there are casualties and injuries. The circumstances of the attack are currently being established by the relevant authorities.
The Ukrainian Arms Manufacturers Council urged the public and media to refrain from sharing photos and videos from the scene, geolocation data, information about the victims, companies involved, or other details that could endanger people, hinder the work of the Defense Forces, or interfere with the investigation
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that six people were killed as a result of a Russian strike on the Kyiv region.
The head of state announced this.
“Rescue operations are currently underway in the Kyiv region following a strike by Russian missiles. As of now, dozens of people are reported injured. It is also known that, unfortunately, six people have been killed. My condolences go to their families and loved ones. The clarification of all circumstances and the fate of the people is ongoing. All necessary services are working at the scene,” Zelensky said.
UPDATE 15:00
At least 10 people were killed and nearly 100 others injured in a Russian missile strike on the Kyiv region, according to Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko.
"Russia has once again carried out a missile strike on the Kyiv region. Ten people have been killed, and about 100 others have sustained injuries of varying severity. The figures are being уточнені," Kravchenko said on Telegram.
The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched a criminal investigation into the attack under Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which concerns violations of the laws and customs of war.
Kravchenko also stated that investigators will determine who authorized the event that was taking place in the Kyiv region at the time of the strike as part of the ongoing investigation.
