2024-10-31 03:13:00
At least one person was killed and 29 other people were injured in an <a href="https://www.archyde.com/tricks-to-create-a-bomb-proof-password/” title=”Tricks to create a bomb-proof password”>attack with a Russian glide bomb on a high-rise building in Kharkiv, as the region’s governor, Oleh Synjehubov, announced on Telegram on Thursday night. The explosion caused a fire and largely destroyed the entrance area of the high-rise building. The dead man was an eleven-year-old boy.
The governor added that more people could be buried in the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj said a guided bomb hit the house. Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov had previously stated that people were stuck on the upper floors of the building. The air raid destroyed several floors.
Kharkiv is located in the northeast of Ukraine, around 30 kilometers from the Russian border, and has been the target of repeated attacks since the Russian war of aggression began in February 2022.
In response to the attack in Kharkiv, President Zelensky once again called on Western partners to act. “Any decision they delay means at least dozens, if not hundreds, of Russian bombs against Ukraine,” he said. “Your decisions mean the lives of our people.”
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**Interview with Kharkiv Resident and Community Leader, Maria Petrenko**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Maria. The recent attack in Kharkiv was deeply tragic. Can you share what you witnessed during the explosion?
**Maria Petrenko:** Thank you for having me. It was horrifying. I was at home when I heard a loud explosion. The entire building shook, and I immediately rushed outside. I saw smoke rising and people running in panic. The fire destroyed the entrance area, and I heard cries for help from those trapped inside.
**Editor:** It’s heartbreaking to hear about the young boy who lost his life. How is the community responding to this tragedy?
**Maria Petrenko:** The community is devastated. We are coming together to support the families affected, but there’s also a growing anger about the ongoing attacks. Many people feel helpless as these violent incidents continue to happen. There’s a sense of urgency for more international support and intervention.
**Editor:** President Zelensky has called on Western partners to take action and implied that their decisions directly impact lives in Ukraine. Do you think this plea for help is being heard?
**Maria Petrenko:** I truly hope so. But there are mixed feelings in the community. Some believe the international community should be more proactive, while others argue that external forces don’t fully understand the complexities of our situation. It’s crucial that they act swiftly, as every delay could mean more lives lost.
**Editor:** Considering the ongoing conflict and repeated attacks, what do you think needs to happen to ensure the safety of residents in Kharkiv?
**Maria Petrenko:** We need immediate military and humanitarian support from our allies. It’s not just about stopping the bombs; we also need resources for rebuilding our community and supporting survivors. However, I also wonder: at what point do we need to reassess our strategies and look for diplomatic solutions? It’s a contentious topic, but one we must consider.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Maria. Given the gravity of the situation, how do you think the global community can engage in this issue to foster meaningful change?
**Maria Petrenko:** Engagement must go beyond symbolic gestures. It’s essential for countries to work together to impose effective sanctions against aggressors and to provide humanitarian aid that has a direct impact on our people’s lives. Yet, the question remains: are we waiting too long to act decisively? This is something our readers should reflect on and discuss.
**Editor:** Thank you, Maria, for your insights. We encourage our readers to share their thoughts on how the international community should respond to such tragedies.
