Four injured in Russian attack on Chernihiv, people may still be trapped under rubble

Viacheslav Chaus, head of the Chernihiv Regional Military Administration, reported this on Telegram, according to Ukrinform.

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"Last night, the Russians launched a combined strike on Chernihiv. Preliminary data indicate the use of Geran-2 type drones and ballistic weapons — a cruise missile and an Iskander-M. A total of 14 explosions were recorded," Chaus said.

According to him, the strike targeted a residential area, damaging both apartment buildings and private homes. Four civilians were injured — three received medical assistance at the scene, while one man was hospitalized in moderate condition.

In addition, an industrial facility and infrastructure objects were also damaged.

Search and rescue operations are ongoing, as people may still be trapped under the rubble. Emergency response teams and a canine unit with service dogs are working at the scene.

Photo credit: Ukraine's State Emergency Service