Massive Russian barrage hits civilian buildings in Kharkiv – DW – 06/07/2025
06/07/2025
June 7, 2025
At least three people were killed in Saturday's Russian bombardment of Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city. The mayor called it "the most powerful attack" since the 2022 invasion.
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