Russian Drone Strike Near Kyiv Leaves Three Dead and Four Injured
A Russian drone strike near the M05 highway in Chabany, Ukraine, has resulted in three fatalities and four injuries. Authorities are investigating the scene.
POLICY WIRE — Kyiv, Ukraine — A Russian drone strike near the capital city of Kyiv resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left four others wounded on Tuesday, according to reports from Ukrainian prosecutors.
The incident occurred in the town of Chabany, situated adjacent to the M05 highway that serves as a vital artery connecting Kyiv to the southern Black Sea port of Odesa. The strike took place in the vicinity of a local shopping center.
Official images released by the Kyiv region’s prosecution service via Telegram depict the charred remains of vehicles scattered along the roadway. The attack targeted morning commuter traffic, causing significant destruction in the area.
This strike is part of a broader pattern of aerial aggression against the Ukrainian capital. Recent reports from authorities indicate that separate overnight attacks in the region have also resulted in casualties, including instances where drones struck private residences.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
