Secondary school near Cherkasy damaged in Russian attack

- 30 August, 09:38
A firefighter. Stock photo: State Emergency Service

Windows at a local specialised secondary school were damaged by a blast wave in the Cherkasy district in a Russian attack on the night of 29-30 August.

Source: Cherkasy Oblast Military Administration

Details: Authorities reported that within the oblast, two Russian missiles and 14 drones were downed.

Falling debris caused several fires, including one covering an area of 800 sq m in the city of Cherkasy.

No casualties were reported.

Background: On the night of 29-30 August, Russia struck Ukraine with attack drones and air-, ground- and sea-launched missiles. Air defence systems downed 548 of the 582 aerial targets, though there were confirmed strikes and falling debris.

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