Russian Missile Strike in Kharkiv Leaves 10 Dead, 4 Missing
At least 10 people have been killed and four others reported missing after a Russian missile struck a residential building in Kharkiv, Ukrainian authorities confirmed. The deadly attack is part of the continuing war between Russia and Ukraine.
The missile hit a five-storey apartment block, causing severe destruction and trapping residents under debris. Rescue teams and emergency workers spent hours searching the rubble for survivors after the blast.
Officials said two children were among those killed, while several others were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals. The strike also damaged surrounding buildings and infrastructure in the area.
Authorities launched a large-scale search and rescue operation following the attack. Emergency workers used heavy equipment to clear debris while firefighters battled fires triggered by the explosion.
Local officials later confirmed that rescue operations had been completed, but four people remained missing after the building collapsed.
The Kharkiv strike occurred during a broader overnight assault involving missiles and drones launched across several Ukrainian regions, targeting infrastructure and residential areas.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks and called on international allies to provide stronger air-defense systems and continued support to protect civilians.
Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, has been repeatedly targeted since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022. The latest strike highlights the continued risks faced by civilians living near the front lines of the conflict.
International observers say the attack underscores the urgent need for diplomatic efforts and humanitarian assistance as the war continues to impact communities across Ukraine.
