"The enemy launched missiles at one of the training units of the Ukrainian army's land forces," the Ukrainian army said on 29/7.
"Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately, it was not possible to completely avoid casualties. As of 9:30 p.m., three soldiers were killed and 18 were injured," the statement added.
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Ukrainian soldiers participate in military training at an undisclosed location in Kharkov province in May. Photo: AFP |
Ukrainian soldiers participate in military training at an undisclosed location in Kharkov province in May. Photo: AFP
The Ukrainian army did not disclose the location. However, military bloggers suggested the attack targeted a training ground in the Chernihiv region near the country's northern border.
The Ukrainian army announced it would investigate the incident. If officials' mistakes caused the soldier deaths or injuries, they would be held accountable.
Russia has not commented on the information.
Ukraine continues to implement enhanced security measures to protect its soldiers from Russian missile or air attacks on training centers.
On the night of 28/7, Ukraine also accused Russia of dropping 4 glide bombs on the Bilenkivska prison in the Kiev-controlled area of Zaporizhzhia province. The attack destroyed the dining hall and severely damaged the administrative center and the isolation ward.
According to Ukraine, the attack killed 25 civilians and injured more than 75 others. President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting the prison. Moscow denied it.
"The Russian army does not attack civilian targets," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
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Location of Chernihiv province. Graphics: RYV |
Location of Chernihiv province. Graphics: RYV
A Russian attack on a training ground in central Ukraine in June killed 12 soldiers and injured dozens. The incident resulted in the resignation and reassignment of the Ukrainian army commander.
Vu Hoang (According to Reuters, AFP)
