Russian missiles struck the Kharkiv region, killing at least ten people and wounding another eighteen, according to EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova, who expressed her condolences to the families of the victims

“Oh, my dear Kharkiv and its region. Today, a village in Kharkiv region bled and died under Russian missiles.

Just a few weeks ago, I was in Kharkiv. After many since my first visit, long before the full scale invasion. I fell in love with this city then and now, again. Its energy, its people, their stubborn determination to live despite the war.

Today, two Russian missiles struck Pechenihy village in Kharkiv region. Ten people were killed and 18 injured!

A café was destroyed. Nearby shops, a post office, homes, garages and cars were severely damaged.

When I visited Kharkiv, I saw children studying underground or in the metro, because their regular schools are not safe. I met brave people who refuse to abandon their city and their lives.

Today, I am thinking of all of them.

President Zelenskyy said Ukraine will respond.

And Europe will be there to help Ukraine protect its people.

My dear Kharkiv and all the towns and villages around, my heart is with you. Condolences to all the families and loved ones of those who perished.” - EU Ambassador to Ukraine 
Katarina Mathernova.