Russian strike on Kharkiv: Casualties reported, children among hospitalized

Russia shelled Kharkiv on the night of May 31 (photo: Getty Images)

In the early hours of Friday, May 31, the Russian Federation once again struck the city of Kharkiv. The Russian forces hit a five-story building, according to the head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration, Oleh Syniehubov.

During the shelling, Russia hit a five-story building, destroying the top two floors.

Initially, it was reported that 8 people were injured, but this number later increased to 12. Among the injured is a 12-year-old girl who was hospitalized.

"Unfortunately, one person has died," Syniehubov reported.

Syniehubov reported that the number of injured has increased to 13. A 12-year-old boy has been hospitalized.

The death toll has risen to two people.

Shelling of Kharkiv

Around midnight on May 31, Russia once again struck the city of Kharkiv. Two hits were recorded in a densely populated residential area, which was subjected to repeated shelling shortly afterward.

Additionally, on the night of May 30, seven people were injured in another Russian attack.