President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited the American Flex plant in Mukachevo, Zakarpattia region, which was recently struck by missile fire. The plant, owned by the American multinational company Flex, was a key manufacturing site for various products, including consumer electronics and medical equipment. The attack has left the facility in ruins, with extensive damage to its infrastructure and machinery.
Zelenskyy’s visit, which is part of a broader effort to assess the damage and coordinate reconstruction efforts, underscores the severity of the conflict’s impact on civilian and industrial targets. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of workers and the potential disruption to supply chains. The Ukrainian government has called for international support to aid in the recovery and rebuilding of such critical sites.
The destruction of the plant has also had economic repercussions, with analysts suggesting that the loss of manufacturing capacity could affect Ukraine’s ability to produce essential goods. The incident highlights the challenges faced by Ukraine in maintaining its industrial base amid the ongoing war and the need for sustained international assistance to mitigate the damage.