A village in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region was struck by a Russian missile attack on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 10 individuals, as reported by Ukrainian authorities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack on the busy intersection in Pechenihy, describing the location as a hub with a post office and stores surrounded by residential buildings. Photos shared by Zelenskyy depicted a scene of destruction with a demolished building, burning cars, and emergency personnel aiding wounded individuals.
Governor Oleh Syniehubov of the affected region stated that 17 people were injured in the assault, which caused significant damage to 10 private buildings, a café, a post office, a store, and at least seven cars. The attack’s specifics included the use of two small Banderol cruise missiles by Russia, as per Ukraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office. A local official confirmed that the strike targeted the central area of the village, impacting key establishments such as the café, post office, and shops.
Meanwhile, Ukraine launched a large-scale drone offensive against Moscow and its vicinity, deploying 620 drones in the early hours of Tuesday. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported that Russian forces intercepted and downed 180 drones over the region, with some causing damage and injuries. Among the impacted sites was a warehouse of the Russian e-commerce company Wildberries near Moscow, resulting in minor damages.
In response to the drone attacks, various Russian-controlled regions, including Crimea, reported heavy assaults from Ukraine. Power disruptions were reported in southern districts of Crimea due to the drone attacks, leaving several settlements without electricity. Russia issued a warning to Britain regarding its alleged involvement in supplying drones to Ukraine for attacks on Russian territory, emphasizing potential consequences for such actions.
Britain’s Defence Ministry did not confirm the use of British-made drones in the attacks. The Ministry reiterated its support for Ukraine in defending against Russia’s invasion, stating its commitment to providing necessary equipment for Ukraine’s defense. In a separate development, Britain announced plans to supply 150,000 drones to Ukraine by the end of 2026 as part of a significant funding package.