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title: "The Cost of the Attack: First Results of Search and Rescue Operations in Kyiv After the Strike"
description: "Rescuers in Kyiv continue operations under the rubble after the night attack: another victim was found in the Darnytskyi district, the total number of deaths reached 16. A Day of Mourning has been declared in the capital, while people may still be trapped under the debris in the Podilskyi district. 🏚️🚨"
date: 2026-07-06T19:16:00.000Z
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# The Cost of the Attack: First Results of Search and Rescue Operations in Kyiv After the Strike

![Rescuers in protective gear conduct search and rescue operations among the rubble of a destroyed building in Kyiv after a missile strike](https://xab.info/media/2026/07/06/kiev-posle-udara-chislo-pogibshih-i-raboty-spasateley/kiev-posle-udara-chislo-pogibshih-i-raboty-spasateley-1.webp)

Large-scale search and rescue operations are continuing in Kyiv. Rescuers are clearing debris in areas affected by the combined attack by Russian forces, which took place in the night of July 6. New victims of the tragedy have been found in the capital and the region.

### New Victims in the Darnytskyi District

The situation remains critical in the Darnytskyi district, where the destruction is catastrophic. Employees of the State Emergency Service (SES) reported a severe development of events: another body of a deceased person was de-blocked from under the rubble of buildings. This confirms that victims continue to be found under the debris, despite the active work of rescue teams.

### Rising Loss Statistics

As a result of the missile attack and drone strikes, the total number of deaths has risen to 16. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha confirmed that among the victims are entire families who became victims of the ballistic missile strike on the capital. The greatest damage was suffered by the Podilskyi and Darnytskyi districts of Kyiv, as well as the city of Vishneve.

### Search Under Debris in the Podilskyi District

Rescuers are paying special attention to the Podilskyi district, where a residential building has been destroyed. According to preliminary data, there may still be about ten people under the rubble. Work on dismantling structures is going around the clock, however, the complexity of the destruction and the danger of collapses are hindering access to the victims.

### Day of Mourning in the Capital

In connection with the tragic events, July 7 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Kyiv. On this day, state flags will be lowered in the city, and all entertainment events will be cancelled. This decision was made as a sign of mourning for the deceased and support for the affected families.