Russian strike in Kyiv region kills at least 37

At least 37 people were killed and 42 injured following a Russian strike and subsequent explosion in the Bucha district of Kyiv region. Timur Tkachneko, head of the Kyiv regional military administration, announced the grim toll on Saturday, warning that the number of casualties could be higher. Among the deceased is Taras Didych, the head of the Dmytrivka municipality, who was among the first to arrive at the scene.

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The number of victims could be higher.

The incident occurred Friday evening when a drone reportedly struck an enterprise in the village of Mila. The impact ignited a large fire and triggered a detonation, according to a statement from the Prosecutor General's Office. The explosion caused extensive damage, including the complete destruction of a private residential building and damage to 50 other homes. A fire truck and a senior care home were also affected.

Ukrainian authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the explosion. The Prosecutor General's Office stated that it will examine the legality of storing explosive materials at the enterprise, the existence of necessary permits, and the actions of officials who made relevant decisions. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the incident, emphasizing that ammunition should not be stored near residential buildings. He stated that those responsible for allowing such storage would be held accountable.

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Ammunition must not be stored near residential buildings.

In total, 381 people, including 59 children, have been evacuated from the affected area. Rescue and firefighting operations, along with demolition and search efforts, are ongoing. Zelenskyy reported that dozens were injured and that over 370 people had been evacuated, with the process continuing. He confirmed he had received reports from the Prime Minister and the Minister of Internal Affairs, vowing that criminal proceedings would be initiated under the article on service negligence.

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Those who allowed this will definitely have to answer for their decisions. A criminal case has been initiated under the article on service negligence.