Devastating Russian 'Double Tap' Missile Attack Near Kharkiv: Casualties and Ongoing Strife

A 'double tap' missile strike by Russian forces near Ukraine's Kharkiv killed two officials and injured 23. Additional attacks rocked the Donetsk region, leaving four dead. Among the injured were emergency workers and civilians. The tactic has been used to devastating effect since the February 2022 invasion.

A catastrophic 'double tap' missile strike by Russian forces hit a small town near Kharkiv on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of an emergency services official and a police officer, according to Ukrainian authorities.

Four more were killed in separate attacks in Donetsk. This mid-afternoon missile barrage targeted the Budy railway station. A second missile landed post-rescue operations' arrival.

23 individuals were injured, including emergency responders and civilians. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko confirmed the fatalities, stressing the devastating impact of Russia's tactics. Russian forces continue to pound Ukraine's east, while Ukrainian officials report reduced attacks since renewed U.S. military support.