New Russian strike on Kyiv: warehouse destroyed, at least two dead and five injured

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: July 16, 2026Country: Ukraine

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New Russian strike on Kyiv: warehouse destroyed, at least two dead and five injured

A new Russian ballistic missile strike destroyed a warehouse in Kyiv overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, July 16. Ukraine's State Emergency Service reported at least two dead and five wounded, including a child. Firefighters fought the blaze all night, with footage showing rescue teams in thick smoke.

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