The number of missile strike casualties has increased in Chernihiv (VIDEO)

In Chernihiv, 15 people were killed as a result of the russian missile attack on the morning of April 17, according to the State Emergency Service in Telegram.

"61 people were injured, including 3 children. 3 people were rescued from the rubble. Search and rescue operations are ongoing", - the State Emergency Service reported.

It is also reported that SES psychologists are also working at the scene, providing psychological assistance to 53 people.

Earlier it was reported that the russian occupying forces struck Chernihiv with three Iskander cruise missiles on April 17.