Russia strikes Kharkiv after Ukraine's drone attack

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On September 1, 2024, Russian missile strikes on Kharkiv injured at least 47 people, including five children, targeting a shopping mall and events complex. This attack followed Ukraine's reported large-scale drone assault on Russian infrastructure, including power plants and an oil refinery. The conflict escalated as Russian forces advanced toward a key eastern town, prompting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to seek deeper missile capabilities from allies.


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