**Russian Strike on Kharkiv Leaves Two Railway Workers Dead**
A devastating Russian strike on Saturday, June 7, has left a trail of destruction and loss in Kharkiv. According to Ukrzaliznytsia, the country’s railway company, two railway workers have been confirmed dead as a result of the attack.
The strike, which used glide bombs (KABs), targeted various areas of Kharkiv, including the Children’s Railway. This is where the tragedy unfolded, with two employees, Hanna Demenkova and Volodymyr Kovtun, losing their lives in the attack. It’s worth noting that Mr. Kovtun had officially retired from the railway in 2022, but was still present at the scene.
**Injured Railway Workers Fought to Survive**
The condition of those injured in the strike has been reported by Ukrzaliznytsia’s chairman, Oleksandr Pertsovskyi. Among them is instructor Inna Boiko from the Children’s Railway, who is currently in a hospital in serious condition and on a ventilator. However, in a glimmer of hope, Ms. Boiko was able to speak to her loved ones and colleagues, saying she will “do everything I can to pull through.”
Additionally, two other employees, Amiran Abashidze and Yuliia Vozikova, have been hospitalized. While their condition is not life-threatening, they are receiving necessary care. Two more colleagues, Borys Trusov and Yevhen Kinder, are also in the hospital with shrapnel wounds that are considered non-life-threatening.
**Widespread Destruction and Injuries**
The strike on Kharkiv was far-reaching, with reports of 19 people injured across various areas of the city. One woman was killed and 12 people were injured when a strike hit the territory of the Children’s Railway in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Another aerial bomb exploded above a residential building in the same area, wounding two men.
In Kharkiv’s Kyivskyi district, a KAB hit a private residential area, damaging homes and outbuildings. Five people were injured there: two women and two men sustained wounds, while another woman suffered an acute stress reaction.
**Commentary and Analysis**
The devastating consequences of Saturday’s Russian strike on Kharkiv are a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. As the war drags on, civilians continue to bear the brunt of the violence. The fact that railway workers were caught in the crossfire is particularly concerning, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of the attacks.
The bravery and resilience shown by instructor Inna Boiko in fighting to survive serve as a testament to the human spirit’s ability to persevere even in the face of adversity. Our thoughts go out to her and all those affected by this tragedy.
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