Drone Strike Near Kyiv Kills at Least 37

A Russian drone strike ignited a warehouse near Kyiv used to store ammunition, triggering a large fire and multiple explosions that killed at least 37 people and damaged dozens of homes, in one of the deadliest attacks this year. Ukrainian officials said the depot was located near residential areas, prompting investigations into alleged negligence by those who stored explosives so close to civilians and vows from President Zelensky to hold them to account. The strikes coincided with an intensified Russian air campaign over several days, with drones and missiles threatening Kyiv and causing mass evacuations and broad disruption to daily life. Casualty figures varied across outlets, with some reporting 37 dead and others noting 38, as authorities continue searches and recovery efforts, including the evacuation of hundreds of residents. Zelensky stated that ammunition storage near homes is illegal and emphasized that those responsible will be punished, while Kyiv authorities warn of ongoing insecurity around munitions depots. International outlets note the broader pattern of long-range strikes and the strain on Ukraine’s cities as investigation and accountability processes unfold.