Russian strike on Ukraine’s Kharkiv injures 25, that’s what we’re talking about, a brutal reality unfolding. We’re hearing reports of a strike, a direct hit, and the consequences are immediate and devastating: 25 people injured. This isn’t a theoretical discussion; it’s about human lives, about the physical and emotional scars left by such an attack. And yet, amidst this human tragedy, there’s a chilling denial.
Moscow denies the attack took place, and this is where we have to pause and consider the implications of such a statement. When Moscow denies something, well, history, recent events, and even common sense suggest that the opposite is likely true.… Continue reading
On January 1, Russian forces attacked Feldman Ecopark near Kharkiv with a glide bomb, injuring a volunteer and causing significant damage. The attack destroyed winter houses for predators and birds, with founder Oleksandr Feldman reporting injuries to lions and the likely death of most birds. Additionally, the Russians attacked the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv and seven settlements in the region, injuring an 84-year-old woman and damaging multiple civilian structures. These attacks, including the use of glide bombs and drones, are part of the ongoing conflict and impact the city of Kharkiv.
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On October 22nd, Kharkiv experienced multiple explosions following an air raid warning regarding Shahed drones. A kindergarten in the Kholodnohirskyi district was struck, with all 48 children evacuated safely. The attack resulted in the death of a 40-year-old man and injured seven others, with at least two in intensive care. This assault is part of a pattern of Russian attacks on Kharkiv, a city frequently targeted, including educational institutions.
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The Russian military is deliberately targeting civilian gatherings and infrastructure in Kharkiv Oblast, according to regional governor Oleh Syniehubov. Recent attacks include a strike on a warehouse in Vasyshcheve that resulted in casualties and additional strikes on Shevchenkivskyi and Slobidskyi districts of Kharkiv. Kupiansk, a city of logistical importance, was also hit, causing both fatalities and injuries, while Novoplatonivka was attacked while civilians were waiting for humanitarian aid. Kharkiv Oblast, bordering Russia, continues to face relentless attacks from Russian forces.
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During the night of July 6, Russian forces targeted rescue workers in Kharkiv and Kherson while they were responding to emergencies. In Kharkiv, after an initial drone strike caused a fire, a second strike targeted firefighters, damaging a fire truck. Similarly, in Kherson, a second attack was deliberately launched on rescuers battling a fire at a gas station, also damaging a fire truck. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) reported that personnel were able to take cover and that no firefighters were injured. Russia also launched a significant air attack across Ukraine, including Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Kyiv, resulting in injuries and damage to buildings.
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A Russian attack on Kharkiv on June 7th using guided aerial bombs resulted in one death and over 40 injuries. The attack targeted the Shevchenkivskyi and Kyivskyi districts, damaging civilian infrastructure including a children’s railway. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack as pure terrorism, emphasizing its lack of strategic value and calling for increased international pressure on Russia to end the conflict. He further highlighted the urgent need for strengthened Ukrainian air defenses, specifically requesting a positive response from the US regarding air defense systems.
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