Summary
A Russian missile strike on an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killed at least seven people, including children, and injured several others. The attack is part of a larger series of assaults across Ukraine, involving missiles and drones, targeting various regions and infrastructure. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the widespread destruction and called for international response.
Key Facts
- A missile strike hit an apartment building in Kharkiv, resulting in at least seven deaths, including children.
- Several people were injured, and additional rescuing efforts are underway as some might be trapped under the rubble.
- The regional governor reported damage to seven apartment buildings, power grids, and an administrative building in Kharkiv.
- Air alerts were issued across various Ukrainian regions due to ongoing overnight attacks.
- Russia launched 29 missiles and 480 drones targeting energy facilities and railways in multiple regions.
- The Polish air force sent jets to protect its airspace near Ukraine in response to Russian strikes.
- A separate attack in Dnipropetrovsk resulted in one death and additional injuries.
- Incidents of drone and missile attacks were also reported in other regions like Zaporizhzhia and Chuguiv.
