Russian drone assault on Kharkiv leaves eight injured, homes damaged
As a result of a large-scale Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, at least eight people were injured, including an infant. Approximately 15 explosions were heard in the city overnight, local authorities reported.
What do you need to know?
- Attack on Kharkiv: From Tuesday night to Wednesday morning, Russian drones attacked Kharkiv, resulting in at least 15 explosions.
- Civilian casualties: Eight people were injured, including an infant, a 7-year-old boy, and a 16-year-old girl.
- Destruction: The drones primarily targeted industrial facilities, also damaging around 20 single-family homes.
What were the consequences of the attack on Kharkiv?
The substantial drone attack on Kharkiv brought about significant destruction. Eight people were injured, including a 9-month-old infant, a 7-year-old boy, and a 16-year-old girl - reported the Interfax-Ukraine agency, citing the spokesperson for the Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor's Office.
Dmytro Chubenko, the spokesperson for the Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor's Office, stated that the Russians utilised Geran-2 drones, which are Iranian Shahed-136 drones produced in Russia, for the attack.
The targets of the attack were industrial and residential buildings
At least 15 explosions were heard in the city – stated Oleh Syniehubov, the head of the regional authorities, overnight. The most severe damage occurred in the industrial area. Due to the fires, approximately 2,000 square metres of warehouse and production hall space were burned. Additionally, around 20 private homes suffered damage.
The number of attacks on Kharkiv is increasing
According to "Ukrainian Pravda," despite ongoing peace talks, in March, the number of bombardments on Kharkiv by Russian forces doubled compared to February.
As per the agreement brokered by the United States in Saudi Arabia, Ukraine and Russia have committed to cease attacks on each other's energy infrastructure.
