Ukrainian pharmaceutical giant's warehouse hit twice in Russian attack
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A warehouse belonging to the pharmaceutical company Teva Ukraine was struck twice in a Russian attack, Teva Ukraine reported.
What is known about the strike
According to the company, the Teva Ukraine warehouse was struck twice today as part of a Russian attack. Most importantly, all employees are safe, and no one was injured.
The company said it stands with colleagues directly affected by the attack, is focused on their safety, and is providing all necessary assistance.
What will happen to the medicine supply
Teva Ukraine said it continues to operate because millions of people rely on its medicines, while regular treatment is a daily necessity for many patients.
The company is currently assessing the consequences of the attack and doing everything possible to minimize its impact on medicine supplies and ensure that Ukrainian patients continue to have access to the medicines they need.
What is known about the company
Teva Ukraine is one of the largest international pharmaceutical companies operating in Ukraine and ranks among the top three companies in the country's pharmaceutical market. The company has more than 350 employees and produces more than 250 generic and original medicines.
This is not the first Russian strike on pharmaceutical infrastructure. A day earlier, it was reported that a Russian attack in the Kyiv region caused a fire at the Biocon complex — one of the country's largest specialized pharmaceutical warehouses, covering approximately 30,000 square meters in the Boryspil district.
