In Chernihiv, a Russian jet-powered drone struck a building housing the regional recruitment and social support centre. Several storeys of the building were destroyed as a result of the strike, and a major fire broke out following the attack.
A jet-powered drone struck the TCC building in Chernihiv
Russian troops attacked Chernihiv using a rocket-powered drone. The building housing the regional recruitment and social support centre sustained significant damage as a result of a direct hit.
According to preliminary reports, the strike has destroyed several storeys. Footage released from the scene shows a large-scale fire — the flames have engulfed a significant portion of the upper storeys of the damaged building.
A major fire broke out at the site of the impact
A fire broke out in the buildings after the drone struck. Thick smoke rose above the site of the attack, and the fire spread through the damaged premises.
Information regarding possible fatalities or injuries, as well as the full extent of the damage, is currently being ascertained. The relevant emergency services are on the scene.
Russia continues to attack Ukrainian cities with drones
Applications jet-powered drones poses additional challenges for air defence due to their high speed and the reduced response time.
The consequences of the strike on Chernihiv are still being assessed. Final figures on damage to buildings and possible casualties are expected once the emergency services have completed their work.
