Russian drone attack on Balaklia: 8 injured, including 2 children
Eight people, including a 4-year-old girl and a 13-year-old boy, were injured in a Russian drone attack on the town of Balaklia, Kharkiv region, on the night of June 16. Four private houses, cars, outbuildings, and a garage caught fire.
Russian forces launched a drone attack on the town of Balaklia in the Kharkiv region overnight on June 16, according to Oleh Syniehubov, head of the regional military administration. The attack injured eight people, including two children: a 4-year-old girl and a 13-year-old boy. All victims were taken to medical facilities and are receiving necessary care.
The strike caused a fire that destroyed four private residential houses, a basement, cars, outbuildings, and a garage. Emergency services worked at the scene to contain the fire and assess the extent of the damage.
Syniehubov posted photos from the scene on Telegram, showing the remains of burned buildings and damaged vehicles. He emphasized that this incident is yet another example of Russia's irresponsible actions targeting civilian infrastructure.
The attack underscores that the war in Ukraine continues to endanger civilian lives and property, even during nighttime. Local authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and follow safety procedures during air raid alerts.
