«Molniya» drone hits a playground in Kharkiv

Russian drone strikes a playground in Kharkiv

Several strikes by Russian drones on civilian infrastructure were recorded in the city. This was reported by the mayor of Kharkiv Igor Terekhov.

The first strike was previously delivered by a drone of the «Molniya», who hit the playground in Kholodnogorsk district. The second strike was recorded in civilian enterprise in the same area - the type of UAV that attacked the facility is currently being identified.

For preliminary information, no casualties.

Event details

A blow to the playground

• The drone hit the territory of a children's playground.

• Windows in the surrounding buildings were smashed and residents' property was damaged.

• Explosives experts and the State Emergency Service are working at the site.

A blow to a civilian enterprise

• A separate hit was recorded on a civilian enterprise.

• The type of drone is set.

• There is no information on injuries or deaths.

• Fires and destruction are being clarified.

Context.

Kharkiv is constantly under attack by Russian drones, which hit civilian infrastructure, residential buildings and industrial facilities. Molniya drones are often used for low-altitude precision strikes on urban areas.

The mayor urged residents not to ignore the air raid warning and to stay in shelters.