The number of people injured in the enemy strike on the city of Izium in Kharkiv region has risen to 17.

The head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration, Oleh Syniehubov, stated this on Telegram, Ukrinform reports.

"Currently, 13 people need medical assistance. Among the injured is a one-year-old boy. Everyone is receiving medical care," the message says.

Later, the head of the regional administration reported that the number of injured had risen to 17.

"As of now, the number of injured has reached 17 people, including a little boy," Syniehubov wrote.