New Russian airstrike near Kyiv: four dead in attack on a food factory

A Russian drone attack in the Kyiv region killed at least four people on Friday, according to Ukrainian authorities. The strike targeted a food processing plant in the area surrounding the Ukrainian capital, causing significant material damage and a fire.

According to local officials, the drone struck the industrial site overnight. Regional Governor Mykola Kalashnyk stated that the attack triggered a fire in one of the company's administrative buildings and resulted in partial destruction of the structure.

Rescue teams quickly arrived on the scene to control the flames and search for possible victims under the rubble. Images released by Ukrainian emergency services show significant damage to the affected area.

This latest attack is part of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, which has been raging for over four years. Ukrainian civilian and industrial infrastructure continues to be regularly targeted by drone and missile strikes, while Kyiv attempts to bolster its air defense capabilities.

The Kyiv region, although far from the front line, remains a frequent target of Russian attacks. Ukrainian authorities claim that these strikes aim to disrupt the country's economy and put pressure on the civilian population.

As fighting continues on multiple fronts, this attack underscores the persistent vulnerability of Ukrainian infrastructure to long-range strikes. Authorities did not immediately specify whether anyone else was injured in the incident, but rescue and damage assessment operations were ongoing Friday morning.