Ukrainian authorities are continuing large-scale emergency operations in the village of Myla, located in the Kyiv region, following a Russian strike that caused extensive destruction and a deadly secondary explosion. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said rescue and recovery teams remain on site around the clock as they work to secure the area and assist affected residents.
According to Zelenskyy, firefighters have succeeded in extinguishing most of the blazes caused by the attack, while specialized explosive ordnance disposal teams continue to search for and neutralize dangerous remnants left behind.
Casualties Rise Following Explosion
The Ukrainian president reported that 38 people have been confirmed dead as a result of the strike and the subsequent detonation. He extended condolences to the families of those killed and described the incident as a tragedy for the local community.
Officials also reported that 20 people were injured, including two children. Meanwhile, four individuals remain unaccounted for, with search operations continuing as emergency responders comb through the affected area.
Extensive Explosive Hazards Complicate Recovery
Authorities say the scale of explosive contamination at the site is considerable, requiring ongoing work by emergency specialists. Teams from Ukraine’s State Emergency Service are reportedly conducting continuous inspections to locate and safely dispose of unexploded hazards.
The cleanup effort is expected to continue for an extended period as officials seek to ensure the area is safe for residents and recovery personnel.
Increased Drone Threat Across Ukraine
Beyond the aftermath of the Myla strike, Zelenskyy warned that many regions of Ukraine have recently faced repeated air raid alerts linked to Russian jet-powered drones.
He said some of the drones have struck residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, adding to concerns about the growing threat posed by long-range aerial attacks. Strengthening protection against such strikes remains a major priority for Ukrainian authorities, according to the president.
Thousands of Aerial Weapons Used This Week
Zelenskyy provided new figures on the scale of Russian attacks during the past week, stating that nearly 2,000 strike drones had been launched against Ukraine.
In addition, he said Russian forces used more than 1,600 aerial bombs and 31 missiles of various types, including ballistic missiles that he claimed originated from North Korea. The figures underscore the intensity of ongoing military operations and the continued pressure facing Ukraine’s air defense network.
Frontline and Border Regions Under Constant Pressure
The president said communities near the front lines and along Ukraine’s borders continue to face near-constant attacks. He specifically mentioned Nikopol, Kramatorsk, and Kherson, as well as settlements across the Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipro, Donetsk, and Sumy regions.
According to Ukrainian officials, these areas remain among the most vulnerable to shelling, drone strikes, and missile attacks due to their proximity to active combat zones.
Kyiv Calls for Greater Air Defense Support
As Ukraine responds to the latest wave of attacks, Zelenskyy renewed appeals for stronger international assistance to bolster the country’s air defense capabilities.
He stressed that Ukraine is seeking accountability for attacks carried out against civilians and infrastructure, while expressing gratitude to international partners and emergency personnel working to strengthen the country’s defenses and support affected communities.
