"Russia Escalates Drone and Missile Strikes on Ukraine Amidst Retaliation Claims"

Russia launched a missile and drone attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, claiming retaliation for a Ukrainian air assault on Belgorod, Russia. The attack on Kharkiv resulted in civilian casualties and damage to non-military infrastructure, including a hotel and hospital. Ukrainian President Zelensky vowed a "fair responsibility" for the attacks, while the Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down less than half of the approximately 50 attack drones launched by Russia. The escalation of hostilities marks a continuation of intense conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with neither side showing signs of de-escalation.