Russian strike hits commuter train in Kharkiv region, killing one and injuring seven

A Russian missile strike struck a commuter train in the Kharkiv region on September 18, 2026, during peak hours. The attack resulted in one fatality and seven injuries. Ukrainian officials stated the train was traveling between Kharkiv and Kupiansk when it was hit. The strike marked another escalation in the ongoing conflict, with Russia accused of targeting civilian infrastructure.