On October 19, 2026, Kyiv became a victim of a massive attack by Russia, resulting in significant damage to the city's infrastructure. Among the affected facilities were the Cosmo Multimall shopping center, the Datagroup data center, as well as a metro station and a school.
Consequences of the Shelling
The attack led to serious damage in several districts of the capital. Notable consequences include:
- Cosmo Multimall: significant destruction, including damage to the roof and building structures, and the collapse of part of the ceilings.
- Datagroup Data Center: destroyed equipment, making it impossible to restore the data center's operations.
- Metro Station “Chernihivska”: damage to tracks, contact rail, and cable network.
- School in the Dnipro District: building damaged.
- In Shulyavka, a 25-story building, McDonald's, a business center, and a polyclinic were affected.
Casualties and Injuries
According to preliminary reports, one person was killed and eight were injured as a result of the attack. Among the employees of the Datagroup data center and technical staff, there were no casualties, and the company continues to provide services from backup sites.
Government and Public Reaction
The Kyiv and Ukrainian authorities expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and injured. It is noted that the attack serves as further confirmation of the threat posed by Russian aggression to civilians and Ukraine's infrastructure. Authorities urge citizens to be cautious and adhere to safety rules during air raid alerts.