Russian Strike on Chernihiv Kills Two, Including 9-Year-Old Girl; Day of Mourning Declared

On July 26, Russian forces launched three strikes on Chernihiv at around 4:08 p.m., hitting an ATB supermarket in the ZAZ district and an auto service station. Two people were killed — among them a 9-year-old girl — and 13 others were injured. July 27 has been declared a Day of Mourning.

Source: @chernihivrada

On July 26, at approximately 4:08 p.m., the armed forces of the Russian Federation carried out three strikes on the city of Chernihiv. The attack hit an ATB supermarket in the ZAZ residential district and a nearby auto service station. Civil infrastructure was damaged, along with 15 vehicles. Fires broke out at the strike sites and firefighting efforts are ongoing. Smoke has been reported over the ZAZ district, and residents are being asked to close their windows and limit time outdoors where possible. As of the time of publication, two people have been confirmed killed: a 9-year-old girl and a woman. Another 13 people were injured; all are receiving the necessary medical care. July 27 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Chernihiv in memory of those killed in the Russian attack.