Kyiv, August 30: At least 37 people were killed after a Russian drone strike hit an ammunition storage facility near Kyiv, triggering a massive explosion and fires in the surrounding area.
The incident occurred in the village of Myla, where the blast damaged residential buildings and other facilities, including a centre serving elderly and disabled people. Dozens of people were injured and hundreds were evacuated from the affected area.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the explosion appeared to have been caused by the detonation of ammunition stored at the site. Ukrainian authorities have opened investigations into possible negligence surrounding the storage of weapons and explosives.
The strike came amid a broader wave of Russian drone attacks targeting Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions. The latest escalation has added to concerns about civilian safety as the war continues.
The incident is also politically sensitive because authorities are investigating whether the ammunition depot was located too close to residential areas.
Why it matters:
The attack highlights the continuing intensity of the Russia-Ukraine war and the growing risks faced by civilians as strikes increasingly hit populated areas and critical infrastructure.