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Russian drone attacks targeted residential areas in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, late at night, sparking a large fire, injuring several residents and forcing evacuations, according to local officials. The strikes hit the central Slobidskyi and Osnovyansky districts shortly after midnight, continuing a pattern of relentless aerial assaults on the city located just 30 kilometers (18 miles) from the Russian border.
Regional governor Oleh Syniehubov reported that Russia deployed 11 drones in the overnight assault. At least seven people were injured, including residents caught inside a damaged apartment building. Emergency crews quickly responded as flames spread through part of the structure, prompting authorities to evacuate 22 residents from one heavily affected section, Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov confirmed.
Another drone strike occurred near a medical facility, injuring a doctor on site. The attack also damaged parts of the building and several nearby vehicles. Images from the scene showed shattered windows, debris scattered across the ground, and emergency teams working to control the situation and assess structural damage.
Kharkiv has been a frequent target of Russian air attacks since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. Despite intense early offensives, the city successfully resisted Russian attempts to capture it and has remained a symbol of Ukraine’s resilience. However, the continued drone and missile strikes pose serious risks to civilians and critical infrastructure.
Local authorities emphasized that emergency responders are working to support displaced residents and restore essential services in the affected neighborhoods. As Ukrainian forces continue to defend the region, officials warn that drone activity in border areas remains a persistent threat, urging residents to follow safety alerts and seek shelter during air raid warnings.
This latest attack underscores the ongoing volatility in northeastern Ukraine, where Kharkiv’s proximity to the frontline leaves it vulnerable to repeated assaults.
