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Russian airstrike injures 10, including 3 children, in Kharkiv district

26 June, 2024 Wednesday
21:11

On Wednesday afternoon, June 26, the Russian army launched airstrikes on the private sector of the town of Derhachi, Kharkiv district, injuring multiple people, including children

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The head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration Oleh Syniehubov reported explosions at 3:33 p.m., with casualties rising to 7 by 4:04 p.m., including two children.

"Seven people were injured by a bomb hitting homes in Derhachi, including two children. Emergency services are inspecting the affected areas," the statement said.

By 4:18 p.m., the number of injured had risen to 9, and by 6:02 p.m., the Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor's Office reported 10 wounded.

The airstrike damaged homes and buildings in the residential area, with three children among the injured: two boys aged 12 and 15, and a 17-year-old girl.

Information about the victims varies, as of 18:45 Oleh Syniehubov reported 9 injured.

"There are 3 minors among them. 6 people are in moderate condition, the rest are in light condition. 5 people are hospitalized," he wrote. 

  • On the afternoon of June 26, the invading Russian army attacked the humanitarian headquarters in Kherson, injuring 5 people.
  • Russia continuously tests modified ammunition, using the city of Kharkiv as a site for its training.


     
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