Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, faced its fiercest bombardment since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in 2022, with officials reporting at least four dead and over 60 injured—including an infant—after waves of drones, missiles, and guided bombs struck overnight.
Night of Chaos
Mayor Ihor Terekhov described the assault on Telegram as the 'most powerful attack' the city has endured, while Governor Oleh Syniehubov confirmed a civilian industrial site was hit by 40 drones, a missile, and four bombs, sparking a fire. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors trapped under rubble.
Zelenskyy Condemns 'Brutal Murder'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy slammed Russia’s evening guided bomb strikes as 'another brutal murder.' Over 200 drones and nine missiles targeted Ukraine overnight, with air defenses intercepting 87 drones. The military also reported 80 drones were disabled via electronic warfare or decoys.
Escalating Tensions
Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed the strikes targeted Ukrainian military sites, including ammunition depots and drone workshops, but did not address civilian casualties. The attacks follow Kyiv’s recent drone raids on Russian airbases and railways, which Moscow called 'terrorist acts.'
Kharkiv, just miles from the Russian border, has endured relentless shelling for over three years. As global leaders call for de-escalation, residents brace for more uncertainty. 🌍💔
