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Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two, including child, say Ukraine authorities

Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two, including child, say Ukraine authorities

Summary

A missile strike hit Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing two people, including a child, and injuring about 28 others. Ukraine accuses Russia of launching the attack, but Russia denies involvement and blames the incident on Ukrainian ammunition. The attack happened as Ukraine prepares for talks with international representatives in Kyiv.

Key Facts

  • A missile strike in Kharkiv killed two people: a woman and a three-year-old child.
  • About 28 people were injured, including a six-month-old baby; 16 of them are hospitalized.
  • Ukrainian officials accused Russia of the attack, while Russia denied involvement.
  • Ukraine plans to host international talks in Kyiv, with representatives from around 15 countries, the EU, NATO, and a US delegation joining via video.
  • Russia claimed the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition and mentioned heavy smoke before the incident.
  • Russia's Defense Ministry accused the reports of trying to distract from another strike in Kherson, where they allege Ukraine killed 27 people.
  • Ukraine stated it only targets military sites and upholds international humanitarian law.
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