A nighttime drone attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, resulted in four fatalities and 12 injuries, according to local authorities. The attack, using Iranian-designed drones, targeted residential buildings, causing devastation in an area frequently hit during the ongoing conflict. Three first responders lost their lives while attending to the aftermath, with additional casualties reported. Ukrainian officials accused Russia of employing a tactic known as a “double tap,” targeting rescue workers with consecutive strikes. The World Health Organization expressed concern over the safety of emergency workers amid escalating hostilities. Ukrainian forces managed to down a significant number of drones launched by Russia. The attack further exacerbated tensions, with Ukrainian officials condemning it as an act of terror deserving international accountability.