Russia's Massive Attack on Kharkiv

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, primarily targeting the eastern city of Ukraine — Kharkiv, killing at least three people and injuring 21. The barrage, which included aerial glide bombs, damaged 18 apartment buildings and 13 private homes. Other Ukrainian regions like Ukraine — Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine — Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine — Odesa Oblast, and the city of Ukraine — Ternopil were also hit. Ukraine's Air Force reported shooting down 87 drones and seven missiles out of 215 launched by Russia. This attack follows a previous fierce barrage on Ukraine and comes after Ukraine — Kyiv's drone attack on Russian military airfields. The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed its forces carried out strikes on Ukrainian military targets. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the situation, stating that Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated Russia would respond to Ukraine's attacks and suggesting it might be better to let the conflict continue before pursuing peace.