Russian Missile Strike Kills Five, Injures Dozens in Kharkiv Region Attack

A Russian missile strike on the town of Merefa in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region has killed five people and injured 19 others, according to the Kharkiv regional prosecutor’s office on May 4.

According to the report, the strike occurred at around 9:35 a.m., with a missile striking the roadway in the town.

“According to the investigation, on May 4 at approximately 9:35 a.m., the armed forces of the Russian Federation carried out a missile strike on the city of Merefa in the Kharkiv district. A hit to the road surface was recorded. Three women and two men were killed,” the statement said.

Spokesperson Valeriia Chyrina clarified that four victims died at the scene, while a severely injured woman later died in hospital.

Regional governor Oleh Syniehubov said the victims included men aged 50 and 63, and women aged 74, 41, and 52.

Nineteen people were reported injured or suffering acute stress reactions. Four of the wounded remain in critical condition in the hospital, while 12 others sustained moderate blast injuries. Additional residents have continued to seek medical assistance.

The strike caused widespread damage to civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings, outbuildings, shops, a food establishment, a vehicle repair facility, and private vehicles.

Preliminary findings from investigators indicate that Russian forces used an Iskander missile in the attack.

Earlier, Russian forces launched a large wave of drone and artillery strikes across multiple regions of Ukraine on May 1, targeting civilian infrastructure, residential areas, and commercial facilities. Regional authorities reported injuries and significant damage across Ternopil, Vinnytsia, Odesa, and Kherson.

One of the heaviest strikes was recorded in western Ukraine’s Ternopil region. Over 50 “Shahed” strike drones targeted the city, resulting in more than 20 explosions.

10 people were injured in the attack, including some in serious condition. All victims were receiving medical care, and no fatalities have been reported.

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