Despite the security measures taken, it was not possible to completely avoid casualties among the personnel. As of 9:30 p.m., three soldiers were confirmed dead and 18 were injured. The relevant emergency services are at the scene.

The Ukrainian air force said Russia launched two Iskander-M ballistic missiles along with 37 Shahed-type strike drones and decoys at Ukraine overnight. It said 32 Shahed drones were intercepted or neutralized by Ukrainian air defenses.