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Roshen confirms Russian attack on Vinnytsia production complex

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The confectionery company said employees were evacuated after an alert and denied Russian claims that its factories produce drones.

Roshen confirmed a Russian attack on its production complex in Vinnytsia on October 12, RBC-Ukraine reported, citing the company's press service. Roshen said a swift evacuation after an alert had saved employees' lives.

The company denied claims circulated by Russia that its factories manufacture drones. It said its businesses produce confectionery, make no drones or other military products, and that the Vinnytsia complex is a civilian facility.

Roshen called for an investigation and a legal assessment of those responsible. RBC-Ukraine reported that rescuers had extinguished the fire caused by the strike. The report did not specify the extent of damage or when operations might resume.

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