Russia strikes Kharkiv shopping centre with jet-powered drone, forcing temporary closure

A Russian jet-powered Shahed-type UAV has damaged the roof of the Dafi shopping centre in Kharkiv.

Source: Dafi shopping centre on Instagram

Details: Early reports indicate there are no casualties. However, three people sought medical treatment from ambulance crews for shock.

The appropriate emergency and specialised services are working at the scene. The operation of the shopping centre has been temporarily suspended.

Further information regarding the circumstances of the strike will be provided later.

Quote: "Once the appropriate services have completed their work and the necessary permits have been obtained, the shopping centre will begin a phased resumption of its operations."

Background: As a result of a Russian attack on the night of 18-19 October, the roof and structural elements of the Cosmo Multimall in Kyiv were damaged, causing some floor slabs to collapse.

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