Russian Drone Strike Kills Seven in Kharkiv, Including Children
A Russian drone attack hit a residential block in Kharkiv on Monday, killing seven people, including a toddler and a 16-year-old. Officials confirmed that an entire family was among the victims. The strike destroyed several apartments and left multiple others injured, sparking renewed outrage in Ukraine.
Attack Before Key Washington Talks
The strike came just hours before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s scheduled talks in Washington with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders. Ukrainian authorities called the attack “cynical,” accusing Russia of trying to disrupt diplomatic momentum and weaken Ukraine’s case for continued Western support.
Ongoing Civilian Casualties
Russian forces have stepped up drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent weeks, hitting Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Odesa. Kyiv says these assaults are aimed at civilians, designed to spread fear and pressure Ukraine ahead of international negotiations. The Kharkiv strike underscores the human cost of the ongoing war as both sides prepare for possible peace discussions.
