Russia strikes Kharkiv with Molniya drone, damaging private house

The head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration, Oleh Syniehubov, reported the strike occurred around 14:45 at the intersection of the Saltivskyi and Kyivskyi districts. Initially, it was believed the attack hit an open area with no reported damage or casualties.

However, later updates confirmed that the drone strike caused damage to a private house. Specialized services are currently working at the scene.

• In the northern Kharkiv region, Ukraine is reinforcing fortifications and preparing for a potential circular defense of the cities of Izium and Balakliia.