Death toll rises in Ukrainian strike on New Year's party in Russia

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02 Jan 2026, 11:48 GMT+10

The Investigative Committee has said it is probing the attack in Kherson Region as a terrorist act

The death toll from the Ukrainian drone strike on civilians celebrating New Year's Eve in Kherson Region has increased to 27, and 31 others are reported as wounded, Russia's Investigative Committee has said. Initial reports spoke of 24 fatalities.

The attack occurred shortly before midnight on December 31 in the Black Sea coastal village of Khorly. Multiple drones struck a crowded cafe and a hotel, triggering a massive blaze. At least one of the UAVs was carrying an incendiary mixture.

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