Russian airstrike on highway in Kharkiv: Photos show aftermath
Photo: Two people were killed and three others were injured as a result of the enemy attack (t.me/synegubov)
On Friday evening, December 26, Russia attacked one of Kharkiv's main roads with guided aerial bombs. As a result of the strike, two people were killed, and three others suffered blast injuries, according to Kharkiv Regional Administration head Oleh Syniehubov.
He said that only civilian residential buildings and an educational facility are located in the area that was hit, with no military targets nearby.
"Three people suffered blast injuries, including a 9-month-old girl. Another five people were diagnosed with acute stress reactions. Medics provided all necessary assistance. Unfortunately, two men died," Syniehubov said.
Windows were shattered in nearby apartment buildings and private homes, and several cars caught fire.
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
Photo: consequences of the enemy's attack on Kharkiv (t.me/synegubov)
"Emergency services continue working at the scene, dealing with the aftermath of the strike and documenting yet another crime by the occupiers. Volunteer teams are also ready to help close broken windows and clean up the area around damaged buildings," he added.
Russia's attack on Ukraine on December 26
On the night of December 26, Russia attacked Ukraine using an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 99 attack drones. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 73 enemy drones.
Russian forces also carried out overnight strikes on energy and port infrastructure in the Odesa region, causing damage and power outages.
In addition, a terminal in the Mykolaiv region was hit by Russian drones, damaging a vessel flying the Liberian flag.
It was also reported that Russian forces attacked two DTEK energy facilities in the south of the Odesa region. Restoration work will take time, as the damage was severe.
