Russian troops struck the centre of Chernihiv with a ballistic missile, hitting the Music and Drama Theatre area on the morning of August 19, 2023.
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Russian troops hit the centre of Chernihiv, probably with a ballistic missile.
The attack occurred on the morning of 19 August.
Russian army hit the Chernihiv Drama Theater with a missile. Seven people were killed and 214 injured.
Russian missile attack on Chernihiv killed 7 and injured 129
Russian missile hit right in the center of Chernihiv, targeting a square, the polytechnic university, and a theatre
Seven people have been killed and 129 injured
148 people sought medical assistance after a rocket attack on the center of Chernihiv.
The enemy claimed the lives of seven people.
More than 500 homes were damaged, including more than 60 houses located near the impact site.
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