Despite Russian drone strikes, Kharkiv’s factories stand firm for Ukraine’s security

A family-run Kharkiv business makes fireproof panels for vital buildings under threat of Russian attacks. Many firms face destruction or rebuild from drone strikes, seeing resilience as necessary for survival. Owners weigh fear and duty, knowing if all leave, Kharkiv cannot endure. Wartime business costs more than money—sometimes lives are lost. Across Europe, leaders warn of war spreading, as Ukraine stands firm to secure the region. Holding urban settlements is vital for Ukraine and European security. Despite war, life and work in Kharkiv persist, determined to slow Russia’s advance. Al Jazeera's Zein Basravi reports from Kharkiv, Northeast Ukraine. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #Ukraine #Russia #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar #Kharkiv #KharkiveFactories #UkrainianBusinesses #VolodymyrZelenskyy #UkrainianEconomy #EasternUkraine #AlJazeeraEnglish