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Russia strikes nuclear research institute in Kyiv, fire reported
On the evening of Thursday, October 1, Russian forces attacked the Nuclear Research Institute in Kyiv. A fire broke out on the premises as a result of the strike. No information on radiation risk is currently available.
On the evening of Thursday, October 1, Russian forces struck the Nuclear Research Institute in Kyiv. The attack caused a fire on the grounds of the scientific facility.
As of 23:02, there is no official information about a radiation threat. Emergency services are working at the scene.
The attack on a civilian facility occurred amid the latest shelling of the city. Details regarding casualties and the extent of destruction have not been released so far.
Where this happened
Kyiv, Kyiv City
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine. The map highlights the oblast.
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