Two Russian missile strikes hit central Balakliia: Deaths and destruction reported

Two missile strikes hit the center of Balakliia in the Kharkiv region on the evening of 17 November.

This was reported by Vitalii Karabanov, Head of the Balakliia City Military Administration.

He said the impacts occurred right next to apartment buildings, and details on possible casualties are still being verified.

All emergency crews are on the scene. Rescuers, medics and utility teams are clearing the aftermath and inspecting the area for damage and threats.

Update: preliminary reports say one person was killed and five injured, among them a 14-year-old girl.