As of 5:00 p.m., it is known that at least 30 civilians were injured as a result of the Russian invaders' attack on a high-rise building in Kharkiv on September 15.
Points of attention
- The attack by the Russian army on a high-rise building in Kharkiv resulted in a large number of civilian casualties.
- The President of Ukraine called on the international community to help Ukrainians protect themselves from Russian terror.
- A search and rescue operation is underway in Kharkiv after the attack by the Russian Federation.
The attack of the Russian Federation on Kharkiv on September 15 — what is known
The Russian army once again dropped aerial bombs on the city and hit a high-rise building. A rescue operation is currently underway.
An ordinary residential building, a high-rise building was damaged. Between the 9th and 12th floors — fire and debris. At this time, it is known about 30 wounded, among them children. All services are involved in rescuing people. Thanks to everyone who helps.
Volodymyr Zelenskyi
President of Ukraine
The head of state reminded that the international community should help Ukrainians to protect themselves from Russian military aircraft, from dozens of guided aerial bombs that take the lives of innocent people every day.
According to Zelenskyi, it depends on the world whether this terror will continue or whether it will finally be stopped.
But in order to stop terror, it is necessary to stop the fear of strong decisions, which are objectively necessary. Only determination can end this war justly. It is determination that most effectively protects against terror, the Ukrainian leader explained.
What is currently happening at the site of the Russian attack on Kharkiv
The updated information was reported by the head of Kharkiv OVA Oleg Sinegubov. He also posted a video from the scene.
According to the official, a rescue and search operation is currently underway.
In addition, it is reported that the Russians destroyed one entrance of the building.
Fire on the 9th floor. At least 1,500 windows were damaged. Dozens of damaged cars. Three people are in serious condition. 30 wounded in total. There may be people under the rubble, Sinegubov said.
He also added that residents are being evacuated. Professional, humanitarian and international and Ukrainian organizations work on site.
