Russian missile strikes Kharkiv apartment killing two civilians

BBC
BBC
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The attack injured about 28 people and destroyed a residential block in Kharkiv.
Russian missile strikes Kharkiv apartment killing two civilians
A What happened
Russian forces launched a missile attack on a residential building in Kharkiv, killing two people including a child. Approximately 28 others were injured, and the apartment block was nearly destroyed. This attack occurred just before important diplomatic talks involving Ukraine and international partners. The incident highlights ongoing violence amid efforts for dialogue in the conflict.

Key insights

  • 1

    Civilian casualties in conflict: Two civilians, including a young child, were killed and dozens injured during the strike.

  • 2

    Diplomatic context: The attack happened just before planned talks with multiple countries and international bodies.

Takeaways

The missile strike on Kharkiv underscores continuing violence impacting civilians even as Ukraine seeks diplomatic solutions with international partners.

Topics

World & Politics International Affairs Diplomacy Conflicts Human Rights

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