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Ukraine launches investigation after Russian strike on depot near homes triggers explosions, kills at least 37
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an investigation into possible official negligence after a Russian drone strike on a warehouse near Kyiv caused a massive explosion, killing at least 37 people.
- The warehouse, located in Vyshneve near Kyiv, stored ammunition illegally close to residential areas, violating safety regulations; two officials from state-owned companies, including Ukraine's largest arms producer Ukroboronprom, were held accountable.
- The strike triggered a large fire in the Bucha district, damaging over 50 residential buildings and killing community leader Taras Didych, who was involved in rescue efforts.
- Russia’s Ministry of Defense claimed responsibility for hitting warehouses storing drone components and missile parts in multiple locations, including Myla, Mykolaiv, Izmail, and the Kyiv region.
- Ukraine’s prosecutor general is investigating the legality of the weapons storage and whether proper permits were obtained, amid criticism that prior warnings after a similar July attack were not heeded.
