Local authorities reported that social and civilian infrastructure was targeted. This was the deadliest Russian airstrike on Ukraine in weeks.
The death toll in Russia's airstrike on Chernihiv in northern Ukraine rose to 18, while 78 people were reportedly injured when three missiles hit the city center.
The attack, which damaged the civilian infrastructure of the city, was recorded as the deadliest airstrike organized by Russia against Ukraine in recent weeks.
Following the attack, Ukraine's top officials called for additional air defense support.
Regional Governor Vyacheslav Chaus announced the end of the search and rescue operation via the Telegram social media application.
