• Russian air strikes on Kharkiv injures at least 41
• Moscow accused targeting civilian infrastructure
• Zelensky reiterated his plea for more support from Western allies
• Escalation in Kharkiv follows Ukraine’s recent wave of drone attacks targeting sites in Russia

Russian air strikes on Kharkiv injures at least 41

Russian air strikes have injured at least 41 people in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, including five children, according to regional officials. Oleh Syniehubov, the head of the Kharkiv region, accused Moscow of targeting civilian infrastructure, noting that a supermarket and a sports complex—both frequented daily by residents—were among the damaged buildings.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his plea for more support from Western allies, urging them to provide Ukraine with the necessary resources to defend itself. Syniehubov reported at least 10 separate Russian strikes in the city, including those involving ballistic missiles. He also indicated that rescue efforts are ongoing, as some individuals might still be trapped under the rubble.

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This escalation in Kharkiv follows Ukraine’s recent wave of drone attacks targeting sites in Russia, including two energy facilities. While these strikes caused fires, Russian officials have reported no casualties. Russia’s defence ministry claimed that over 158 Ukrainian drones targeted 15 regions, including Moscow, but said all drones were intercepted and destroyed.