Missile strike on Ukraine's Kharkiv region kills five, destroys infrastructure
Summary
A Russian missile hit the town of Merefa in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing five people and injuring at least 18. The attack damaged homes, shops, and public buildings in an area far from the front lines. Ukrainian officials said a ballistic missile was likely used in the strike.Key Facts
- The missile strike occurred in Merefa, a town in northeastern Ukraine’s Kharkiv region.
- Five people died: two men and three women; 18 people were injured, including four seriously.
- The attack damaged at least 10 houses, an administrative building, four shops, a car repair workshop, and a food establishment.
- Ukrainian regional prosecutors said Russia used an Iskander-type ballistic missile.
- The strike hit civilian infrastructure far from Ukraine's front line with Russia.
- Emergency services showed photos of damaged buildings, a burning car, and wounded people.
- Russia has not commented on this specific attack.
- Since February 2022, Russia’s full-scale invasion has caused many civilian deaths in Ukraine.
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