Russia strikes Ukrainian training ground, killing 3 and injuring 11

Ukraine’s Ground Forces reported the information.

“Thanks to timely security measures after the air raid alert, many casualties were avoided. However, there are still dead and wounded. All victims are receiving prompt and qualified medical care,” the statement said.

A special commission from the Command of the Ground Forces of Ukraine has been formed to investigate the incident. Law enforcement agencies are also working at the site.

“Meanwhile, additional security measures are being taken to protect military personnel in case the aggressor launches more missile or air strikes,” the Ground Forces added.

According to the Telegram channel Nikolaevsky Vanek, a training ground in the Mykolaiv region was hit by Russian fire. A Russian reconnaissance drone hovered above the site for 20 minutes before the strike.

What is known about the casualties?

As of 5:27 p.m., there are 3 dead and 11 wounded.

• On June 1, Russian troops launched a missile strike on a training unit of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. At that time, 12 people were reported dead and more than 60 wounded.