Two Districts Hit in Overnight Missile and Drone Strike on Kharkiv Region.

Kharkiv Region Under Fire: June 23, 2023

According to Novyny.live: In the early hours of June 23, 2023, Russian forces launched an attack on the Kharkiv region, with missiles and drones striking multiple locations. At 01:12, two missiles impacted the Slobidskyi district of Kharkiv city. However, by 01:28, officials clarified that the missile strike was not in the Slobidskyi district itself but elsewhere in the region.

Later, at 04:46, Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported that a 'Molniya' drone struck the Kyivskyi district. Tragically, a woman was injured during the attack. It is worth noting that on June 22, 2023, Russian forces hit the Northern Saltivka area of Kharkiv with an FPV drone. The night before, on June 22, the Russian military also attacked a high-rise residential building in Kharkiv using drones.

Impact on Civilians

These events highlight the ongoing military operations in the region and their severe toll on civilians. The relentless shelling underscores the precarious situation in Kharkiv Oblast, where residents face constant danger and the devastating consequences of war. It is crucial that local authorities and international observers continue to monitor the situation and provide support to the victims.