Russian drone strike on Kyiv weapons depot kills 37, wounds 42
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A Russian drone strike on a Ukrainian military weapons depot near Kyiv killed at least 37 people and wounded 42, including four children. The explosions damaged about 130 homes and forced the evacuation of around 400 residents. President Volodymyr Zelensky called the depot's location near residential areas 'completely unacceptable' and announced a criminal investigation into official negligence.
Key Facts
- The strike hit a Ukrainian military weapons depot near Kyiv on Friday evening, killing at least 37 people.
- At least 42 people were wounded, including four children, according to the Kyiv regional military administration.
- About 130 homes in the village were damaged by the explosions.
- Around 400 people were evacuated to safety.
- President Zelensky announced a criminal case over official negligence related to storing explosives near a populated area.
The Strike
A Russian drone struck a Ukrainian military weapons depot near Kyiv on Friday evening. The depot contained shells, mines, and drones, whose detonation damaged nearby buildings, including a facility for elderly and disabled people. The Kyiv regional military administration reported that rescue operations continued in Bucha district. Russia's Defense Ministry said the strike targeted an ammunition depot west of Kyiv that stored components and launch boosters for long-range drones.
Casualties and Damage
At least 37 people were killed and 42 wounded, including four children, according to Ukrainian authorities. About 130 homes in the village were damaged by the explosions. Around 400 people were evacuated to safety. The explosions also damaged a facility for elderly and disabled people.
Official Response
President Volodymyr Zelensky called the depot's location near residential areas 'completely unacceptable'. He announced a criminal case over official negligence related to storing explosives near a populated area. Ukraine's Prosecutor General's Office is checking the legality of placing and storing explosives near residential buildings. The actions of officials who decided to place the depot there will also receive a legal assessment.
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Russian drone strike on Kyiv weapons depot kills 37, wounds 42
