Russian Strikes Cause Injuries and Power Outages in Kharkiv
On Sunday evening, Russian strikes in Kharkiv, a major city in northeastern Ukraine, resulted in at least nine injuries and caused power outages in several areas. Local police reported that the attacks targeted three districts of the city around 10 p.m. local time (19:00 GMT), affecting both residential and commercial properties. Among the injured were four women aged between 22 and 53 and five men aged 21 to 37. The strikes damaged various structures, including apartment buildings, garages, gas stations, and vehicles, prompting a swift response from rescue teams.
Governor Oleg Synegoubov and Mayor Oleg Terekhov confirmed the power outages on Telegram, although they did not provide specific details regarding the extent of the damage or the energy infrastructure that was impacted. The Ukrainian authorities are increasingly concerned about a potential new wave of Russian attacks aimed at the country's civilian energy infrastructure, reminiscent of the harsh winter assaults in 2022 and 2023 that left millions without heat and electricity.
Ongoing Threats to Civilian Infrastructure
Kharkiv, located less than 30 kilometers from the Russian border, has frequently been subjected to Russian bombardments. The region has been a focal point of conflict as the Russian military sought to establish a buffer zone to mitigate Ukrainian attacks on its territory. However, despite these efforts, Ukraine continues to launch strikes against Russian military and industrial targets. The latest attacks highlight the ongoing volatility in the region and the persistent threat to civilian infrastructure, raising alarms among Ukrainian officials about the potential for further escalations in hostilities.
