In the capital of Ukraine, the consequences of the Russian missile strike that occurred on the night of June 17 continue to be recorded
According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, as of 4:00 p.m., official information confirms the deaths of ten residents of the city as a result of this large-scale attack, which has once again struck the Ukrainian capital. This indicates an increase in the number of casualties and highlights the seriousness of the consequences of the missile aggression that has been ongoing since the start of the war. In his official statement, the Kyiv mayor emphasized that search and rescue operations are still underway. People remain trapped under the rubble of destroyed buildings, their number is still being determined, and there is a high likelihood that several more individuals could still be under the debris. The emergency rescue services are working intensively without slowing down, focusing on finding and saving those who are literally caught in the wreckage. The background of this tragedy is quite dramatic: earlier reports indicated 14 deaths and 114 injuries in Kyiv. However, these figures are constantly being updated due to the widespread destruction and the complexity of the situation on the ground. On the night of June 17, Russian troops conducted a large-scale attack on the Ukrainian capital, using drones and cruise missiles. Explosions echoed throughout the city, and rescue and law enforcement efforts have been directed at eliminating the effects of this attack and rescuing residents. According to the Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko, a Russian missile struck a nine-story residential building in Kyiv, resulting in the destruction of an entire entrance. It is estimated by the city authorities that between 4 and 14 residents may still be under the rubble of the nine-story building, and they are currently unreachable. This raises even greater concerns for the safety and fate of those who might still be trapped beneath the debris. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko called on city residents to be especially attentive and cautious during this difficult time. He specifically highlighted that small metal balls are found in the city, including in Nyvky, which are parts of Russian missiles. This further confirms the importance of following safety rules and being cautious in the event of further strikes. Following these emergency events, rescue teams were able to extract debris from a building collapse in the Solomianskyi district of Kyiv. The bodies of five victims were found there, but it is currently unknown whether the number of casualties has increased further or remains at five. Official services continue operating around the clock to provide assistance to those affected and to establish the final toll of this terrible attack. This tragic event once again underscores the brutality and scale of Russian aggression, which shows no signs of stopping. Local authorities and officials emphasize the need to stay especially cautious, remain calm, and trust official information to avoid panic. It is hoped that the efforts of rescuers and the entire Kyiv community will help minimize the consequences of this tragedy and quickly restore peace and security in the Ukrainian capital.