Early on March 11, Russian forces launched a drone attack on Kharkiv, resulting in significant damage and casualties. Initial reports confirm at least two fatalities and five injuries, with all victims in serious condition. A fire broke out at a civilian facility due to the strike.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported that during the night, a total of 99 drones, including Shahed, Gerbera, and Italmas models, were deployed from various locations, including Bryansk and Crimea. Approximately 70 of these were identified as Shahed drones.
Ukrainian defense forces engaged the aerial assault with a combination of aviation, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare teams, and mobile fire groups. By 8:30 AM, the defense systems had reportedly intercepted or neutralized 90 enemy drones across northern, southern, and eastern Ukraine.
Despite these efforts, nine drones managed to strike six locations, with debris from downed drones falling in three areas. The Air Force warned that the attack was ongoing and urged residents to remain vigilant.
Daily drone and missile strikes have become a grim reality for Ukraine, as Russian forces continue to target various regions with increasing frequency.
A drone strike by Russian forces on Kharkiv resulted in casualties and damage to a civilian facility. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted many drones, but some still managed to hit their targets.