Russian occupiers have launched a strike on the Saltivskyi district of Kharkiv. According to information provided by RBC-Ukraine, citing the Telegram channel of city mayor Ihor Terekhov, the enemy shelling has resulted in the deaths of two people. Specialized services have already arrived at the scene to investigate all details and the consequences of the attack.
What is known about the strike
According to a statement from city authorities, the shelling hit the territory of the Saltivskyi district, one of the largest residential areas in Kharkiv. As of the time of publication, the deaths of two individuals have been confirmed; the exact circumstances of the incident, including the nature of the damage and the potential number of injured, are being verified by specialized services. The mayor's office urges residents to follow safety rules and monitor official information channels.
Series of attacks on the Kharkiv region
The strike on the Saltivskyi district is part of a series of shellings in the region over recent days. On November 9, Russian occupiers attacked the settlement of Shevchenkove in the Kharkiv region with "Banderol" jet drones. Impact in the center of the settlement led to damage to "Nova Poshta" branches, a shop, and nearby residential buildings; there are wounded among civilians.
Consequences for the region's energy supply
Furthermore, on the night of November 8, an enemy drone hit a critical infrastructure facility in the region. Due to damage to power grids, approximately 250,000 subscribers in the Kharkiv region were left without electricity, and important local facilities were de-energized. Power restoration and damage assessment are ongoing.
Government response and further steps
The city administration and specialized departments are recording the consequences of each shelling and coordinating the work of emergency services. As data becomes available, information regarding casualties and destruction is being updated. XAB.info continues to monitor the situation and will update the information as confirmed data from official sources arrives.
