Russian forces launched a large-scale overnight drone attack across Ukraine that killed at least 13 people and injured dozens more, Ukrainian officials reported. The strikes hit multiple regions, with significant damage in urban centers.
Russian drones targeted Kharkiv and other areas during the night. Four people died and 24 others suffered injuries, including two children, in Kharkiv, local authorities stated. Rescue teams worked through the debris to locate survivors.
In other regions, additional casualties emerged as debris from intercepted drones fell on residential zones. Officials confirmed the total death toll reached at least 13 across the country. Many victims were civilians who had sought shelter during the alerts.
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted a large number of the attacking drones, military officials said. Despite these efforts, some drones penetrated defenses and struck populated districts. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks and called for continued international support.
Emergency services responded quickly to multiple impact sites. Medics treated the wounded for shrapnel injuries and blast trauma in hospitals near the affected areas.
The strikes disrupted daily life and damaged infrastructure in several oblasts. Regional governors reported power outages and destroyed homes in the aftermath. One official noted that families lost loved ones while sleeping in their residences.
Ukrainian authorities documented the attacks as part of ongoing Russian aerial campaigns. They pledged to strengthen defenses and investigate the incidents for accountability. The events underscored the persistent risks to civilians far from the front lines.
