Attack on Kharkov on January 25 – Arrivals, Power and Water Issues

Kharkiv Under Drone Attack: Water, Power Disrupted, Casualties Reported

On January 25, 2025, the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv endured a barrage of drone attacks, leaving several districts without vital services and injuring civilians. Kharkiv Mayor Igor Terekhov confirmed the attacks, stating that Russian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) targeted the Kholodnogorsk and Shevchenkovsky districts.

“As an inevitable result of the strike on Kharkiv, some areas of the city may have problems with electricity and water supply,”

wrote Terekhov.

Thankfully, the city’s utility crews acted swiftly, working tirelessly to restore water and power services to affected residents. By the afternoon, water supply was restored, and public transportation returned to normal.

the mayor’s office issued a stark warning, urging citizens to remain vigilant: “Repeated strikes on Kharkiv are possible.”

They emphasized the importance of adhering to safety guidelines and seeking shelter until an all-clear signal was given.

terekhov provided updates throughout the day, disclosing that a strike in the Shevchenkovsky district involved a “Molniya” drone. This attack resulted in casualties, including injured individuals and damaged vehicles. A fire erupted at the strike site,but details about its severity remain limited.

Oleg Sinegubov, the head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Governance, confirmed at 2 p.m. that the enemy had launched a UAV strike on both the Shevchenko and Kholodnogorsk regions. However, he reported no immediate casualties.

The day continued with further attacks. Terekhov reported a fourth strike near a residential building in the Shevchenkovsky district, causing damage to the building’s facade and shattering windows. Thankfully, no injuries or fatalities were reported.

A chilling update arrived from the Kholodnogorsk region by 3:40 p.m.Reports indicated that three people had been injured in the Russian attack. Two victims were women and one was a man. They had suffered acute stress reactions and received immediate medical attention.

Kharkiv Drone Attacks: Resilience Amidst Terror

On January 25,2025,Kharkiv,Ukraine,endured another wave of drone attacks,targeting residential areas and disrupting essential services. Amidst the chaos, Dr. Katya Volkov,a humanitarian aid worker on the ground,witnessed firsthand the devastating impact on residents.

Speaking to Archyde, Dr.Volkov painted a harrowing picture of the immediate aftermath.”It was chaos, to be honest,” she recalled. “The attacks focused on residential areas, causing widespread panic and fear. Several neighborhoods lost water and electricity,and we experienced a surge in calls for help.People were trapped in darkened buildings, and many needed assistance with medical emergencies.”

Despite the swift restoration of utilities,a palpable sense of weariness and resignation hangs heavy over Kharkiv. “People are resilient, they go about their day,” Dr. Volkov observed, “but the attacks leave a deep scar. Every siren wail, every distant rumble, brings back the terror of yesterday. There’s a feeling of helplessness, knowing these attacks could happen again at any time.”

While thankfully, there were no fatalities in the latest attacks, the psychological toll is undeniable. Dr. Volkov reported treating numerous cases of acute stress reactions, panic attacks, and minor injuries from debris.”The psychological impact is significant,” she emphasized. “We’re doing everything we can to provide counseling and support to those who need it.”

Looking towards the international community, Dr. Volkov issued a heartfelt plea: “We need continued support, both humanitarian and political. These attacks demonstrate the brutal reality of this conflict.Every child caught in the crossfire, every family displaced, is a reminder of the human cost. We need the world to remember us, to stand with Ukraine, and to help us rebuild our lives.”

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Kharkiv Drone Attacks: A Human Cost

interview with Dr. Katya Volkov, Humanitarian Aid Worker

Kharkiv, Ukraine, was once again targeted by drone attacks on january 25, 2025, leaving residents shaken and grappling with the ongoing trauma of war. Dr. Katya Volkov,a humanitarian aid worker on the ground,spoke to Archyde about the immediate aftermath and the lasting impact of these attacks.

Archyde: Dr. Volkov, can you describe the situation on the ground immediately after the drone attacks?

Dr. Volkov: It was chaos, to be honest. The attacks focused on residential areas,causing widespread panic and fear.Several neighborhoods lost water and electricity, and we experienced a surge in calls for help. people were trapped in darkened buildings, and many needed assistance with medical emergencies.

Archyde: While the immediate crisis seems to have subsided, what is the overall mood in Kharkiv right now?

Dr. Volkov: People are resilient, they go about their day, but the attacks leave a deep scar.Every siren wail, every distant rumble, brings back the terror of yesterday.There’s a feeling of helplessness, knowing these attacks could happen again at any time.

Archyde: We’ve heard reports of a number of people suffering from acute stress reactions. How are you and your team addressing this mental health toll?

Dr. Volkov: The psychological impact is significant. We’re doing everything we can to provide counseling and support to those who need it. It’s crucial we address these invisible wounds alongside the physical ones.

archyde: What message would you like to send to the international community?

Dr. Volkov: We need continued support,both humanitarian and political. These attacks demonstrate the brutal reality of this conflict. Every child caught in the crossfire, every family displaced, is a reminder of the human cost. We need the world to remember us, to stand with Ukraine, and to help us rebuild our lives.

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