Kyiv – A Russian drone strike in a residential neighborhood of Kharkiv overnight has resulted in the tragic deaths of seven individuals, including a toddler and a 16-year-old boy, Ukrainian officials confirmed, reports 24brussels.
This latest attack coincides with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s upcoming meetings with US President Donald Trump at the White House and other European leaders, including those from France, the UK, Germany, Finland, and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
How many drones did Russia launch overnight on Ukraine?
The Ukrainian air force reported that Russia targeted Ukraine with 140 drones overnight, marking the highest launch count since August 4. Kharkiv has been under consistent drone and missile attacks from Russian forces throughout the conflict. Governor Oleh Synehubov noted on Telegram that the assault injured 20 people, including six children aged 6 to 17.
How did ballistic missile strikes affect Kharkiv buildings?
Synehubov also reported that a ballistic missile attack on Sunday shattered approximately 1,000 windows in various buildings across the city, necessitating evacuations for some residents. Additionally, four missiles and several drones were launched overnight, with air force sources confirming the interception of 88 drones and impacts recorded at 25 sites across six regions. In a morning missile strike targeting unspecified critical infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia, 17 individuals sustained injuries.
What did Ukraine’s foreign minister say after the attack?
“Russia is a murderous war machine that Ukraine is holding back. And it must be stopped through transatlantic unity and pressure,”
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated in the aftermath of the strike, condemning Russia’s ongoing attacks on civilians amid peace discussions.
How has Kharkiv endured Russian bombardment since the 2022 invasion?
Since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Kharkiv, the second-largest city located near the Russian border, has faced relentless bombardments. The most significant assault occurred on June 7, 2025, when Russian forces executed one of the largest strikes on Kharkiv since the war began in 2022, involving 214 drones and missiles, including precision-guided air-dropped glide bombs capable of traversing distances of up to 60 kilometers.
