The number of dead and injured in Ternopil has increased after Russian strikes
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The number of dead and injured in Ternopil has increased after Russian strikes

Ihor Klymenko
The number of victims in Ternopil continues to grow

According to the latest reports, at least 10 people were killed and 37 others were injured in Russian attacks on residential areas of Ternopil on the morning of November 19.

Points of attention

  • Multiple regions, including Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Ternopil, were under heavy Russian attacks, leading to a coordinated response from rescuers and authorities.
  • Efforts are being made to provide assistance and support to the victims, with measures in place to ensure safety and property preservation amidst the crisis.

The number of victims in Ternopil continues to grow

The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, reports on the consequences of the enemy strike.

He officially confirmed that two 9-story residential buildings in the city were damaged.

In one — a fire, in the other — destruction from the 3rd to the 9th floor. As of 10:00: 10 dead; 37 injured (12 of whom are children). Rescuers continue to evacuate people from blocked apartments. There are people under the rubble.

Igor Klymenko

Igor Klymenko

Head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine

He also drew attention to the fact that the Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Ternopil regions were under massive Russian attack.

As of now, about fifty rescuers and over a hundred pieces of equipment are working at 9 locations.

Ihor Klymenko also added that Inviolability Points, mobile kitchens, and tents have been deployed on the ground, where victims can write statements and seek help.

According to the minister, the police may restrict access to damaged facilities — please follow the established rules.

This is solely for the safety of people and the preservation of property, — Klymenko noted.

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