19 June 2026,   22:28
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Russian attack on Kyiv - death toll rises to 19, more people may be under rubble

The death toll from the large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv on the night of 27-28 August has risen to 19, including four children. Dozens have been injured.

"19 killed. Search and rescue operations are ongoing at the site of the attack in the Darnytskyi district", - said Tymur Tkachenko, Head of Kyiv City Military Administration

The State Emergency Service reported that 52 people have been injured. Emergency workers continue emergency and rescue operations at two locations. As Tkachenko added, up to 10 people may still be trapped under the rubble, as the relevant services report.

In the Darnytskyi district, the District State Administration has set up headquarters at the attack site to assist people. Specialist staff are handling requests from residents.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that the number of people injured in the Russian attack has risen to 65, with 35 people taken to hospital, among them are 6 children.

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