Shelling of Kyiv — Search and rescue operations continue

The aftermath of the Russian shelling of Kyiv on April 24. Photo: Novyny.LIVE/Ihor Kuznietsov

In Kyiv, elimination of the aftermath after the nighttime Russian shelling of the Sviatoshynskyi district continues. Nine people are currently known to have been killed.

This was reported by correspondent Oleksandr Sayun on Den.LIVE on Thursday, April 24.

Elimination of the consequences of the shelling of Kyiv on April 24

More than 70 people were injured in the Russian ballistic attack. Currently, about 30 people are hospitalized. In addition, about a hundred more Kyiv residents have sought psychological help.

A woman is receiving psychological help at the site of the Russian attack. Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

In total, the enemy damaged 12 residential buildings, smashed windows and glass panes, and damaged roofs. Even a children's swing was in the epicenter of the explosion. 

First responders are transporting the dead after the Russian strike. Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

Rescuers, police officers, volunteers and journalists from all over the world are currently working at the site of the Russian attack in Kyiv.

First responders are eliminating the rubbles after the Russian strike. Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

Earlier, the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, responded to the massive missile attack by Russia on the night of April 24. He addressed partners and announced the cancellation of his planned visit to RSA.

On the night of April 24, Ukraine's railway infrastructure was also under attack, resulting in two accidents: a conductor was injured in Zhytomyr, and another incident was reported in Kyiv, where the driver was injured.