Kharkiv Under Fire: Latest Russian Assault Intensifies Tensions

A recent Russian assault on Kharkiv, Ukraine, injured at least 21 people, including a child. The attack, targeting infrastructure, likely hit a civilian facility, causing a fire. Kharkiv, near the Russian border, has faced frequent attacks since the Russian invasion began in February 2022.

In a troubling escalation, a Russian attack on Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine, injured 21 people, including a child, on Tuesday, according to regional officials.

Governor Oleh Syniehubov communicated via Telegram that the assault damaged crucial infrastructure, prompting authorities to verify the weaponry involved. Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov indicated that a civilian production site was likely struck, resulting in a fire.

This attack follows last week's bombing of a five-story apartment block, which injured 10. Kharkiv, a city close to Russia's border, has been repeatedly targeted since Moscow's full-scale invasion commenced in February 2022.

(With inputs from agencies.)