June 28 Missile Attack on Kharkiv Region Kills Woman, Injures Eight

Ongoing Shelling in Kharkiv Oblast

According to Главком: A 55-year-old woman lost her life, and eight others were wounded-including two children, a 10-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy-when Russian forces launched a missile strike on the Zmiiv community in Kharkiv’s Chuhuiv district on June 28. Among the injured are women aged 32 and 53, as well as men aged 26, 28, 41, and 50.

This attack is part of a broader wave of strikes that hit Kharkiv throughout June. Key incidents include:

• On June 21, Russian troops used 'Molniya' weapons to target a 12-story building in the Kyivskyi district of the city.
• On June 20, guided aerial bombs struck Kharkiv’s Kholodnohirskyi district, injuring five people.
• That same day, separate strikes hit a private residential area and a two-story apartment building.
• On June 19, shelling also occurred in the Kholodnohirskyi district, with the first report coming in at 03:49 and an update from the mayor at 04:33. These attacks initially damaged around 15 private homes, a number that later rose to over 40.

During firefighting efforts following the June 19 shelling, five State Emergency Service (DSNS) personnel were killed, and at least five more rescuers sustained injuries.

Kharkiv Regional Military Administration Head Oleh Syniehubov and Mayor Ihor Terekhov have highlighted the dire situation in the region. Ukrainian Internal Affairs Minister Ihor Klymenko commented:

'The situation remains difficult.' - Ihor Klymenko

He added: 'Ukraine continues to lose those who save human lives.' These events underscore the persistent aggression and ongoing risks faced by civilians amid the hostilities.

Critical Conditions in the Region

The situation in Kharkiv Oblast is critical, as repeated Russian shelling causes severe damage not only to infrastructure but also to the lives of local residents. Regional authorities stress the urgent need for enhanced security measures and support for victims. With military operations still underway, maintaining readiness to respond to new challenges and ensuring civilian protection remain paramount.

The recent missile strike on the Zmiiv community is not an isolated incident, as Kharkiv has faced a series of aggressive attacks in June. Notably, just days before this tragic event, the city was targeted by Russian drones, resulting in multiple injuries. For a deeper understanding of the ongoing threats to civilians in the region, read more about the drone strikes on Kharkiv.