Turtles and crocodiles have been injured and buildings damaged following an enemy attack on Kyiv Zoo (PHOTOS)
This was reported by the Kyiv City State Administration.
According to the zoo, the shockwave affected the tortoises and crocodiles, which were struck by shards of glass and pieces of the frames.
“Fortunately, no animals were killed. Staff, who are on duty round the clock looking after the animals, immediately provided them with the necessary assistance. All the animals are currently safe,” KyivZoo confirmed.
The zoo’s primate and bird enclosures, the winter garden dome, the aquaterrarium, the hay store and the northern entrance complex were also damaged, and the winter garden’s exotic plants were affected.
Work is currently underway at the zoo to clear up the aftermath of the attack. The northern entrance complex, including the car park, is temporarily closed.
The attack on Kyiv on 2 July: what is known
On the night of 2 July, Russia launched 74 missiles and 496 UAVs of various types at Ukraine. Defence forces managed to intercept 48 missiles and 476 drones. The main target of the strike was Kyiv.
According to available information, there is damage across all districts of the capital. A residential block in the Darnytskyi district was the worst affected, with part of the building effectively levelled. Rescue workers are currently searching for people under the rubble. In total, 18 people are known to have died and nearly 90 have been injured in Kyiv.
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