A village in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region was struck by a Russian missile attack on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 10 individuals, as per Ukrainian authorities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, emphasizing that the strike occurred at a busy intersection in Pechenihy, Kharkiv region, an area with a post office and stores surrounded by residential buildings. The President shared images of the devastation caused by the attack, including destroyed buildings, burning cars, and emergency responders aiding the injured.
Governor Oleh Syniehubov of the affected region reported that 17 individuals were injured in the assault. Notably, 10 private buildings, a café, a post office, a store, and at least seven cars were damaged in the village due to the attack. The Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine revealed that preliminary information indicated Russia utilized two small Banderol cruise missiles in the strike.
On the other hand, Ukraine launched a significant drone offensive targeting Moscow and its surroundings, deploying 620 drones early Tuesday morning, Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed. Russian forces intercepted 180 drones over the Moscow region, with reports of several downed drones causing injuries in the area. The drones targeted various facilities, including a warehouse of the Russian e-commerce company Wildberries near Moscow.
Additionally, other Russian-controlled regions, such as Crimea, experienced intense drone attacks from Ukraine. Krymenergo, the largest power supplier in the Crimean peninsula, reported that southern districts faced drone attacks, leading to power supply disruptions in several settlements. The situation remained challenging in other parts of Crimea due to the ongoing attacks.
Russia issued a warning to Britain regarding the supply of drones to Ukraine for attacks on Russian territory, hinting at consequences for such actions. The Russian embassy in London responded to reports of British-made drones being used in strikes against Russia, emphasizing potential repercussions for Britain’s involvement in supporting Ukraine against Russia’s actions. Despite the accusations, Britain’s Defence Ministry stood by its commitment to providing necessary equipment to Ukraine for self-defense, including drones.