Kharkiv Again Under Attack by Kamikaze Drones: A Major Fire Breaks Out After Striking a Civilian Facility
The night of June 7 became yet another tense test for Kharkiv residents, who have already gotten used to the sounds of explosions and alarm signals. The city was once again under attack by Russian "Shahed" drones, which are commonly used in various strikes against critical infrastructure and residential areas across Ukrainian cities. According to Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov, reports of a series of explosions in the city were later confirmed, particularly in the Kyiv district. During the night, unknown drones struck a civilian-purpose enterprise located on that part of the city. As a result of the strike, a large fire broke out, quickly engulfing the building and the surrounding area. "A series of explosions have been recorded in the city. On the scene, there was a confirmed hit by 'Shahed' drones on a civilian enterprise situated in the Kyiv district. As a result of this attack, a powerful fire erupted," stated Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov in his official message. "All emergency services are already working at the scene. The fire has been partially localized, but firefighters and rescue teams are actively battling the flames and trying to prevent further destruction." This attack once again highlights the pattern of large-scale nighttime attempts by the enemy to create chaos and destroy Ukrainian infrastructure—an ongoing objective for Russian drones. Besides material damage, these actions impose a psychological burden on residents, who live daily in tension and anticipation of new strikes. According to preliminary information, there were no reported casualties from direct hits at this time. However, the damage to infrastructure and property is significant, and repair work will continue for several days. Experts note that such nighttime attacks repeatedly emphasize the need to strengthen defensive measures, improve warning systems, and enhance the safety of civilian facilities in Kharkiv. Local authorities urge residents not to panic, to follow safety rules, and to be prepared for any emergencies. Journalists also emphasize that so-called "Shahed" drones remain among the most dangerous and active elements of Russia’s aggression in Ukraine’s civilian space. This is yet another signal that hostilities continue unabated, and Ukraine remains committed to defending its independence and territorial integrity amid the challenging conditions of the war. City services and defense forces are working to bolster security, aiming to quickly eliminate the consequences of the attack and prevent new losses.