Russia's devastating attack on Ukraine's electric sector
Russia unleashed a devastating attack on Ukraine's electric sector, causing widespread damage and power outages. The attack comes as retaliation for strikes inside Russia, escalating the war. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for Western aid. Russia targets Ukraine's energy infrastructure with missiles and drones. Damage to a hydroelectric plant affects power supply to a nuclear plant. The conflict intensifies as both sides exchange attacks.
Key Points
- Russia's aerial assault on Ukraine's electric sector was one of the most devastating attacks since the war began
- The attack caused widespread power outages, casualties, and significant damage to infrastructure
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks Western aid for air-defense systems and ammunition
- Russia retaliated with missile and drone strikes on Ukraine's energy facilities
- The conflict escalates as both sides exchange attacks, with Russia targeting Ukraine's hydroelectric plant
- The power outage briefly affected a nuclear plant, raising concerns about safety risks