Kharkiv loses last Epicenter hypermarket after third strike in two months

A Russian attack on October 24 destroyed the last operating Epicenter hypermarket in Kharkiv, marking the third strike on the store in two months. The city has lost a major retail facility and numerous jobs as a result. The fire caused by a series of drone strikes was too extensive for the store to recover, unlike after the previous two attacks. Mayor Igor Terekhov stated the loss affects hundreds of jobs and a key source of building materials for residents using state and charity repair programs. City authorities are in contact with the store's management and are ready to provide cleanup and technical assistance. Officials emphasize that preserving jobs and economic activity remains a priority in the city.