A Russian strike near Kyiv has killed at least 37 people, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack, which occurred in the Bucha district, west of Kyiv, triggered a fire that spread through homes and damaged at least 50 residences. Emergency services have been working to rescue survivors and manage the aftermath.
The strike targeted a munitions warehouse, leading to a series of explosions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a criminal investigation into the attack. Search and rescue operations continue, with over 370 people evacuated from the area.
Officials confirmed the death toll rose to 37, with some reports suggesting the number could be higher. Sirens have been sounding across Kyiv for three consecutive days as the Ukrainian air force warns of further attacks. The incident is among the deadliest to hit Ukraine this year.
Ukrainian authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the explosion, but the attack has intensified fears of continued Russian military pressure on Kyiv.
