A Russian strike on the city of Kharkiv in Ukraine has killed at least two people and injured others, according to local officials. The attack reportedly damaged residential buildings and sparked fires, with emergency crews rushing to rescue survivors and assess the destruction.
Ukrainian authorities said the strike involved missiles or drones targeting civilian areas, worsening concerns about ongoing attacks on major cities near the front line.
In response, Ukraine said its forces carried out a strike on a missile-related facility inside Russia, claiming the site was linked to weapons production. Officials described the move as an effort to reduce Russia’s capacity to launch further attacks.
Military analysts say the exchange highlights the continuing escalation of the conflict, with both sides targeting strategic locations as fighting drags on.