Kharkiv Drone Attack: Death Toll Rises as Ukraine Faces Brutal Assault

Drone Strike on Kharkiv Residential Building Leaves Three Dead, Dozens Injured Kharkiv, Ukraine – A devastating Russian drone attack on a residential building in Kharkiv, Ukraine, early Saturday morning has left at least three people dead and 21 injured. The attack, which involved 48 drones, two missiles, and four guided bombs, according to Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov, is being described as the most powerful attack on the city since the beginning of the war. "This was a horrific attack," said Terekhov in a statement released on social media. "The scale of destruction is immense, and the suffering of the victims and their families is unimaginable." The attack targeted a multi-story apartment building, causing significant damage and fires. Videos circulating online show the building engulfed in flames, with debris scattered across the surrounding area. Emergency responders worked throughout the night to rescue survivors and extinguish the fires. Among the injured are a 14-year-old girl and a baby, only a month and a half old. The attack is the latest in a series of escalating attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine. International condemnation of the attack is expected, with many calling for an end to the violence and for accountability for those responsible. The resilience of the Kharkiv residents and the dedication of emergency personnel in the face of such devastation offer a glimmer of hope amidst the tragedy.