Kharkiv Under Siege: Russia Launches Devastating Drone Attack

Kharkiv Under Drone Attack: Two Nights of Russian Assault Leave City in Ruins Kharkiv, Ukraine, June 7, 2025 – Russia launched a second consecutive night of devastating drone attacks on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, on June 6, 2025. The assault involved at least 206 drones, resulting in significant damage to infrastructure and civilian casualties. Videos and eyewitness accounts depict scenes of widespread destruction and chaos. "It was terrifying," said one Kharkiv resident, describing the relentless barrage of drones. "The sky was filled with them. We could hear the explosions all night." The attacks targeted residential areas and critical infrastructure, causing widespread fires and damage to buildings. Emergency services worked throughout the night to rescue those trapped and provide medical assistance to the injured. The scale of the destruction is evident in the video footage, which shows buildings engulfed in flames and streets littered with debris. Ukrainian authorities reported casualties and injuries, though precise figures are still being verified. The country's air defense systems managed to intercept a significant number of drones, but many still reached their targets. The attack is the latest escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The international community has condemned the attacks and called for an end to the violence.