On Friday, Russian drone strikes targeted Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, resulting in injuries to 35 individuals, according to local authorities.
These assaults occurred shortly after Russian attacks in Zaporizhzhia, a southern city, which left over two dozen people hurt.
In recent weeks, Russian bombardments on Ukrainian civilian locations have claimed numerous lives, even as the United States engages in discussions with both parties to seek an end to Moscow's ongoing invasion that has lasted three years.
Kharkiv governor Oleg Synegubov reported on Telegram that the number of injured from the significant drone attack involving Shahed UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) has risen to 35. He previously mentioned that a private residence, a high-rise building, a retail store, and a parking lot sustained damage from the strikes.
Situated near the Russian border, Kharkiv has faced continuous assaults throughout the duration of the invasion.
These attacks follow a significant agreement between Kyiv and Washington regarding the extraction of minerals in Ukraine.
In a related development, Russia has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine for next week, coinciding with World War II commemorations in Moscow.
Kyiv has criticized this ceasefire as a “manipulation,” asserting that it is merely intended for the annual parade held by the Kremlin in Red Square..