Summary
A Russian missile strike hit an apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing at least 10 people, including two children. President Zelenskyy called for an international response and noted widespread attacks on various Ukrainian regions. The attack is part of Russia's ongoing military actions against Ukraine, which have included the use of new missile technology.
Key Facts
- A Russian missile hit a residential building in Kharkiv, killing at least 10 people, including two children.
- Sixteen other people were injured in the attack.
- President Zelenskyy condemned the attack and urged for an international response.
- Russia launched 29 missiles and 480 drones at Ukraine, targeting energy sites in Kyiv and other areas.
- Ukrainian defenses intercepted 19 of those missiles and 453 drones.
- The apartment building was hit by a new type of Russian cruise missile with advanced navigation.
- In the Odesa region, a drone attack caused significant fires, needing 80 firefighters to respond.
- Russia claimed its strikes aimed at Ukrainian military and energy facilities.