14-Year-Old Killed as Russian Strike Hits Kharkiv Playground; Zelenskyy Urges More Support

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:21pm on 30 Aug 2024,Friday International

A 14-year-old girl was killed and at least five others died after a Russian strike hit a playground and residential building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. The attack, which also wounded 59 people, including nine children, caused significant damage with fires and collapsed structures. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for international support to enable Ukraine to strike targets in Russia and prevent such attacks. The US and UK have partially permitted Ukraine to target Russian areas but with restrictions. Zelenskyy emphasizes the need for long-range capabilities and full air defense support.

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