Earlier, we brought you news of a deadly Russian missile attack on the city of Chernihiv.
Now, local officials have said the death toll has risen ton at least nine.
The city's acting mayor, Oleksandr Lomako, said three explosions rocked the city just after 9:00am local time, hitting a multi-story building.
"Unfortunately, Russia continues to engage in terrorist activity against the civilians and civilian infrastructure as confirmed by this strike on Chernihiv once again," Mr Lomako told Ukrainian TV.
He said that several buildings, social infrastructure, and many private cars were damaged.
The head of Chernihiv regional hospital said at least 18 people wounded in the attack were being treated there.
More injured civilians had been taken to other hospitals, he said, and urged locals to donate blood.
