At least 27 people were killed after a Russian drone struck a warehouse near the western suburbs of Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian authorities said on Saturday. The attack caused a huge fire and triggered several explosions. Zelensky later said it was used to store ammunition for the military.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ukrainian prosecutors said the warehouse appeared to contain "explosive objects". They have opened an investigation into possible criminal negligence. Authorities have not given details about the facility or the material stored there.&nbsp;The attack was the second to hit a munitions depot near Kyiv in less than two months, and prompted angry calls from Ukrainian officials to stop storing munitions near residential areas.&nbsp;The incident comes as Russia and Ukraine have increased long-range attacks against each other in recent months. The strikes have caused fires and pushed civilian casualties to their highest levels since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-floods-reconstruction-bill-could-run-into-billions-of-dollars-says-foreign-minister-1788014337020">Nepal floods: Reconstruction bill could run into ‘billions of dollars’, says Foreign Minister</a><h3>Zelensky demands accountability</h3>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said those responsible for allowing ammunition to be stored near residential areas must be held accountable.&nbsp;"Those who allowed this to happen must be held accountable for their decisions... ammunition cannot be stored near homes or other residential areas," Zelensky said in a post on X.&nbsp;Zelensky later said the warehouse belonged to the Ukrainian military and contained shells, drones and other ammunition.&nbsp;"The first impact was on a place where ammunition was being stored that absolutely should not have been there, a depot of the Defence Forces. Detonation of shells, mines, other munitions, and drones. On a significant scale," Zelensky said in a video address.&nbsp;He again stressed that ammunition must not be stored close to homes or residential areas."There are regulations in place -– ammunition cannot be stored near homes or other residential areas. Appropriate conclusions will certainly be drawn," Zelensky said in a post on X.

A Russian drone strike on a warehouse near Kyiv killed at least 27 people, with President Volodymyr Zelensky saying the Ukrainian military had stored shells, drones and other ammunition at the site.

At least 27 people were killed after a Russian drone struck a warehouse near the western suburbs of Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian authorities said on Saturday. The attack caused a huge fire and triggered several explosions. Zelensky later said it was used to store ammunition for the military. Ukrainian prosecutors said the warehouse appeared to contain "explosive objects". They have opened an investigation into possible criminal negligence. Authorities have not given details about the facility or the material stored there. The attack was the second to hit a munitions depot near Kyiv in less than two months, and prompted angry calls from Ukrainian officials to stop storing munitions near residential areas. The incident comes as Russia and Ukraine have increased long-range attacks against each other in recent months. The strikes have caused fires and pushed civilian casualties to their highest levels since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Also Read: Nepal floods: Reconstruction bill could run into ‘billions of dollars’, says Foreign Minister Zelensky demands accountability Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said those responsible for allowing ammunition to be stored near residential areas must be held accountable. "Those who allowed this to happen must be held accountable for their decisions... ammunition cannot be stored near homes or other residential areas," Zelensky said in a post on X. Zelensky later said the warehouse belonged to the Ukrainian military and contained shells, drones and other ammunition. "The first impact was on a place where ammunition was being stored that absolutely should not have been there, a depot of the Defence Forces. Detonation of shells, mines, other munitions, and drones. On a significant scale," Zelensky said in a video address. He again stressed that ammunition must not be stored close to homes or residential areas. "There are regulations in place -– ammunition cannot be stored near homes or other residential areas. Appropriate conclusions will certainly be drawn," Zelensky said in a post on X.

A Russian drone strike on a warehouse near Kyiv killed at least 27 people, with President Volodymyr Zelensky saying the Ukrainian military had stored shells, drones and other ammunition at the site.

Russian strike kills 27 in Kyiv, Zelensky says military weapons stored at site

Ukraine has launched another long-range drone strike deep inside Russian territory, hitting a major Wildberries warehouse more than 2,000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. The attack is part of Kyiv's growing campaign targeting Russia's logistics infrastructure. According to reports, nearly 20 Wildberries facilities have been struck since mid-July.

Ukraine says the strikes are aimed at increasing the cost of Russia's war effort, while Moscow accuses Kyiv of targeting civilian infrastructure. At the same time, Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian warehouses, Black Sea ports, and critical export infrastructure, raising concerns over global food supplies and escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukraine Drones Strike Deep Inside Russia | Major Wildberries Warehouse Hit 2,000 KM From Border

 The Russia-Ukraine war escalates further as Ukraine targets Russia’s vital fuel infrastructure in Crimea. A massive blaze erupted at an oil terminal following a drone strike, crippling part of Russia’s frontline supply. In retaliation, Russian airstrikes hit Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, as both sides trade heavy blows.

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A day after Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's capital city of Moscow, a police station was hit overnight in the frontier region of Briansk, the regional governor said on Monday.&nbsp;

"Ukrainian forces attacked the district of Trubchevsky at night.&nbsp;A drone hit the police station in this district. No victims," said&nbsp;Alexander Bogomaz on Telegram.&nbsp;

On Sunday, Russia claimed it had downed Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow and the Crimea peninsula in attacks that damaged two office towers and also led to a brief halt in services at an international airport.&nbsp;

The Russian defence ministry said while the drone in Mosocw was shot down on the city's outskirts, two others were&nbsp;"suppressed by electronic warfare".&nbsp;

Last week, Kremlin condemned the drone series and vowed retaliatory measures after Kyiv claimed responsibility for the attacks.&nbsp;

"We regard what happened as another use of terrorist methods by the military-political leadership of Ukraine, intimidation of the civilian population. These attacks had no military meaning,” Russia's foreign ministry was quoted as saying by CNN.&nbsp;

“The Russian side reserves the right to take tough retaliatory measures,” the ministry said, adding that the Investigative Committee of Russia had opened criminal cases in response to these incidents and that those involved would be brought to justice.

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<h2>Previous instances of drone attacks&nbsp;</h2>

This is not the first instance when Russia has accused Ukraine of targetting the capital city using drones. In May, Kremlin claimed it was attacked by Ukrainian drones which it deemed was an attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin's life.&nbsp;

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At the time, Kremlin described the incident as a "planned terrorist attack" and an "assassination attempt on the president of Russia".&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has upped the ante saying the "war" was coming to Russia, referring to the recent spate of drone attacks.&nbsp;

“Today is the 522nd day of the so-called ‘Special Military Operation’, which the Russian leadership thought would last a couple of weeks," said Zelensky.&nbsp;

“Gradually, the war is returning to the territory of Russia – to its symbolic centres and military bases, and this is an inevitable, natural and absolutely fair process,” he added.&nbsp;

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A day after Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's capital city of Moscow, a police station was hit overnight in the frontier region of Briansk, the regional governor said on Monday.

A day after Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's capital city of Moscow, a police station was hit overnight in the frontier region of Briansk, the regional governor said on Monday. "Ukrainian forces attacked the district of Trubchevsky at night. A drone hit the police station in this district. No victims," said Alexander Bogomaz on Telegram. On Sunday, Russia claimed it had downed Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow and the Crimea peninsula in attacks that damaged two office towers and also led to a brief halt in services at an international airport. The Russian defence ministry said while the drone in Mosocw was shot down on the city's outskirts, two others were "suppressed by electronic warfare". Last week, Kremlin condemned the drone series and vowed retaliatory measures after Kyiv claimed responsibility for the attacks. "We regard what happened as another use of terrorist methods by the military-political leadership of Ukraine, intimidation of the civilian population. These attacks had no military meaning,” Russia's foreign ministry was quoted as saying by CNN. “The Russian side reserves the right to take tough retaliatory measures,” the ministry said, adding that the Investigative Committee of Russia had opened criminal cases in response to these incidents and that those involved would be brought to justice. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Budget drones in Ukraine are redefining warfare × Previous instances of drone attacks This is not the first instance when Russia has accused Ukraine of targetting the capital city using drones. In May, Kremlin claimed it was attacked by Ukrainian drones which it deemed was an attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin's life. Also read | Drone strikes hit two buildings in Moscow, Russia calls it a 'terrorist act' At the time, Kremlin described the incident as a "planned terrorist attack" and an "assassination attempt on the president of Russia". Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has upped the ante saying the "war" was coming to Russia, referring to the recent spate of drone attacks. “Today is the 522nd day of the so-called ‘Special Military Operation’, which the Russian leadership thought would last a couple of weeks," said Zelensky. “Gradually, the war is returning to the territory of Russia – to its symbolic centres and military bases, and this is an inevitable, natural and absolutely fair process,” he added. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Police station struck in overnight strikes as Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russia

The Ukrainian military has said that a four-rotor commercial drone that sells over the counter for $300 can be modified to carry explosives that will destroy Russian tanks.

The Ukrainian military has said that a four-rotor commercial drone that sells over the counter for $300 can be modified to carry explosives that will destroy Russian tanks. Speaking to the news agency Reuters on Tuesday (May 16), a Ukrainian soldier, who uses the call sign Kakrurt, said, "Our team has done it many times. We have destroyed enemy tanks, heavy military equipment, personnel. It's a very effective gadget." Kakurt, who was earlier working as an IT programmer, fights for Ukraine's 35th Marine Brigade, which modifies commercially-available drones and uses them to attack Russian forces. Reuters reported that the brigade shared visuals of these drones flying into what they said were Russian trenches before detonating. ALSO READ | Putin eases citizenship process for foreigners fighting for Russia in Ukraine The brigade showed off small commercial drones with four rotors that buzzed around as they were flown by soldiers using handsets. Ukraine invested hugely in drone technology Kakrurt also told Reuters on Tuesday that Ukraine has invested hugely in drone technology, adding, "It's better to make effective use of technical resources instead of people. That's why the Ukrainian Armed Forces are developing very, very quickly in this direction." Earlier, the Ukrainian government said it was expanding its drone programme for both reconnaissance and attacking enemy targets to narrow the gap between its military capabilities and those of Russia. ALSO READ | Putin eases citizenship process for foreigners fighting for Russia in Ukraine Another soldier, with the call sign Reshik, predicted that Kyiv would make broad use of drones that fly to their target before detonating when it starts its counter-offensive in the coming weeks. "Kamikaze drones will play a huge role in the counteroffensive in attacking trenches where the enemy seeks shelter and in killing the enemy," Reshik said. "Our Mavic (type of drone) is in the air, we see a tank driving, we fit the armour-piercing explosive to this part and let it fly. When we see infantry we fit the drone with shrapnel explosives and we fly it. If it is a building, we also fit it with shrapnel explosive and we fly inside the building," he added. Shot down six Russian hypersonic missiles: Ukraine Ukraine claimed on Tuesday that it shot down six Russian Kinzhal missiles in a single night. In a statement, the defence ministry said, "A high-precision strike by the hypersonic Kinzhal missile hit a US-made Patriot anti-aircraft missile system in the city of Kyiv." The Kinzhal missiles have been touted by Russia as a next-generation hypersonic missile. When asked about Ukraine's claim, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu dismissed it. But his ministry said that a Kinzhal missile destroyed U.S.-built Patriot surface-to-air missile defence system. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Ukraine war: Kyiv modifies commercial drones to attack Russian forces

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Russian airstrikes reportedly targeted Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region even as Sumy region's governor said air-launched Russian missiles hit two locations near the Russian border.

Ukrainian officials said a missile hit a college in Kostiantynivka in Donetsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine claimed it destroyed a landing craft near the Black Sea's Snake Island.

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Ukraine's defence ministry released footage reportedly showing drone strikes on a Russian landing craft vessel on Snake Island. It showed another drone attack on a building. The video footage was released by Ukraine's ground forces.

However, it is unclear when the strike took place. Ukraine said it was a Russian Serna-class landing boat.&nbsp;

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"The traditional parade of the Russian Black Sea fleet on May 9 this year will be held near Snake Island -- at the bottom of the sea," Ukraine's defence ministry said. The Russian defence ministry however hasn't confirmed the strikes so far.

Russia is due to showcase its military weapons during the May 9 celebrations in Moscow to mark its victory over Nazi Germany during World War II.

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Russian airstrikes reportedly targeted Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region even as Sumy region's governor said air-launched Russian missiles hit two locations near the Russian border. Ukrainian officials said a missile hit a college in Kostiantynivka in Donetsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine claimed it destroyed a landing craft near the Black Sea's Snake Island. Also Read in Pics: Russia's 'simulated' nuclear missile strikes & Il-80 Doomsday plane Ukraine's defence ministry released footage reportedly showing drone strikes on a Russian landing craft vessel on Snake Island. It showed another drone attack on a building. The video footage was released by Ukraine's ground forces. However, it is unclear when the strike took place. Ukraine said it was a Russian Serna-class landing boat. Watch: What happened on February 24 in Kyiv? "The traditional parade of the Russian Black Sea fleet on May 9 this year will be held near Snake Island -- at the bottom of the sea," Ukraine's defence ministry said. The Russian defence ministry however hasn't confirmed the strikes so far. Russia is due to showcase its military weapons during the May 9 celebrations in Moscow to mark its victory over Nazi Germany during World War II. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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