As a result of Russian shelling on Wednesday night, fires broke out at two distribution centers of the Silpo chain, resulting in the deaths of six employees. This was reported reported by the chain's press service.
The company's press service provided details regarding the consequences of the enemy attack.
"Unfortunately, we have tragic news. As a result of today's Russian shelling, fires broke out at two of our distribution centers. According to the latest data, six employees have died. Information on the number of casualties is still being clarified. This is an unspeakable loss for all of us. We are in constant contact with the relatives of the victims and are ready to provide all necessary assistance. We express our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased.", - the message reads.
In addition, Russians hit the logistics center of the Novus supermarket chain in Kyiv.
The team is already working on redistributing inventory to ensure stores are supplied with everything they need.
Massive strike on logistics near Kyiv
At night, on Wednesday, Russia launched one of the largest ballistic strikes on logistics and distribution facilities near Kyiv during the war.
Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 24 ballistic missiles, 4 anti-ship missiles, and 115 attack drones of various types. Air defense forces destroyed 98 drones; the Air Force did not report any missile shootdowns.
As a result of this attack, market leaders also reported the destruction of their facilities – the retail chain "Epicenter", "Nova Poshta", and the marketplace Rozetka.
As a result of the massive Russian strike on Kyiv and Kyiv region, 17 people died, and 44 were injured.
