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Policewoman killed in Russian strike on Kyiv - Ukraine's Internal Ministry

Policewoman killed in Russian strike on Kyiv - Ukraine's Internal Ministry Photo: A policewoman died during shelling in Kyiv (Vitalii Nosach/RBC-Ukraine)

Due to the shelling of Kyiv last night, July 10, a 68-year-old resident of the capital and a 22-year-old police corporal were killed, Ukraine's Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, reports.

"In 8 districts of the capital, residential, medical, educational, commercial, and transport infrastructure were affected. In the Podilskyi district, two women were killed: a 68-year-old resident of the capital and a 22-year-old police corporal, an officer with the metro police," Klymenko said.

According to Ukraine's Minister, more than a dozen people were injured, and unfortunately, the number of casualties is expected to rise. People are continuing to seek medical help. Apartment-by-apartment inspections are underway in damaged buildings - police are checking to ensure no one has been left without assistance.

"Emergency response headquarters were immediately deployed at the impact sites. Around 400 rescuers and 90 units of fire-rescue, engineering, and robotic equipment from the State Emergency Service are involved in clearing the rubble and dealing with the aftermath of the strikes. Climbing and explosives teams are also at work," the Minister of Internal Affairs added.

Klymenko also emphasized that police officers are securing the perimeters, documenting the consequences of Russia's war crimes, and helping to evacuate people.

Nighttime strike of Kyiv on July 10

Last night, July 10, the Russians launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine. The main target of the enemy strike was Kyiv. The Russians launched kamikaze drones as well as ballistic and cruise missiles toward the capital.

Due to the enemy attack, damage was recorded in six districts of the city. In particular, buildings were damaged, fires were reported, and more. The most significant damage was in the Shevchenkivskyi district. According to the latest data, 16 people were injured in the city and two were killed.

Due to the aftermath of the shelling, several streets in Kyiv have been closed, and public transportation restrictions have been introduced.

Read more about the consequences of the enemy attack on the capital in our material on the topic.