Fact Check: Boeing employs approximately 1,000 people in Ukraine and reported that none of its employees were injured in the June 2023 attack.

Fact Check: Boeing employs approximately 1,000 people in Ukraine and reported that none of its employees were injured in the June 2023 attack.

What We Know

Boeing has a presence in Ukraine, specifically in Kyiv, where a building used by the company was damaged during a large-scale Russian air attack in June 2023. Reports indicate that the attack resulted in significant destruction, but a Boeing spokesperson confirmed that no employees were injured during this incident (Reuters, Korea JoongAng Daily). Additionally, it has been noted that Boeing is actively hiring in Ukraine, suggesting that the company maintains a workforce there (MSN).

Analysis

The claim that Boeing employs approximately 1,000 people in Ukraine is not directly supported by the available sources. While it is confirmed that Boeing has operations in Ukraine and that their office was damaged during the attack, there is no specific mention of the number of employees currently working for the company in the country. The reports primarily focus on the attack itself and the safety of employees, with one source stating that no injuries were reported (militarnyi.com).

The reliability of the sources varies. The initial reports from Reuters and Korea JoongAng Daily are credible as they are established news organizations. However, the claim regarding the number of employees lacks direct citation from Boeing or a reliable employment report, making it difficult to verify. The mention of Boeing actively hiring in Ukraine (MSN) indicates ongoing operations, but does not provide a clear employee count.

Furthermore, the source claiming "no injuries reported" (militarnyi.com) is credible in the context of the attack but does not address the broader employment context or the specific number of employees.

Conclusion

The claim that Boeing employs approximately 1,000 people in Ukraine and that none were injured in the June 2023 attack is partially substantiated. While it is confirmed that no employees were injured, the specific employment figure lacks direct evidence from credible sources. Therefore, this claim "Needs Research" to verify the employment numbers and provide a clearer picture of Boeing's operations in Ukraine.

Sources

1. Russian air attack damaged Boeing offices in Ukraine, FT reports
2. Six killed, 80 wounded in intense Russian air attacks on Ukraine
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