Russian strike hits road in Kharkiv, one killed and cars burn

Oleksandr Shumilin — 26 December, 16:36

A large billboard in central Kharkiv displays the words “Hero City of Kharkiv” in Ukrainian. Photo: Getty Images

Russian forces have hit a road in the city of Kharkiv with a guided aerial bomb, killing one person and injuring several others.

Source: Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov

Quote: "Kharkiv is under attack with guided aerial bombs. Explosions have been heard in the suburbs and in Kharkiv itself. Early reports indicate that the strike hit the Shevchenkivskyi district. Information on the aftermath of the attack is being confirmed."

Details: Terekhov later said that the bomb hit "one of Kharkiv's busiest roads".

Quote: "Several cars are on fire and windows have been blown out in nearby homes. There were people inside the burning cars."

More details: At 16:13 Terekhov reported that one person was confirmed killed and three were injured, with one in a serious condition.

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