Ukraine War Live Updates: Largest Russian Drone Strike Hits Kharkiv, Mayor Reports
A major Russian drone attack struck Kharkiv overnight, resulting in at least three deaths and 21 injuries, according to the city's mayor. The assault, described as one of the most intense since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, caused significant damage to infrastructure and residential areas. Emergency services are currently assessing the impact.
On the night of the reported incident, Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, experienced a large-scale drone attack attributed to Russian forces. According to Kharkiv's mayor, at least three people were killed and 21 others injured as a result of the strikes. Local officials stated that the attack involved multiple strikes targeting both infrastructure and residential neighborhoods, leading to considerable damage. Emergency response teams were deployed to the affected areas to assist victims and evaluate the extent of the destruction. This event is considered one of the most intense attacks on Kharkiv since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, although it was not the deadliest. Authorities continue to assess the full scope of casualties and infrastructural damage. The ongoing conflict has seen repeated attacks on Ukrainian cities, with Kharkiv frequently targeted due to its proximity to the Russian border.