Russia's Christmas Day Assault on Ukraine's Energy Infrastructure
Russia launched a Christmas Day assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing power outages and damage. Ukrainian President condemned the attack as inhuman. Ukrainian forces successfully shot down Russian missiles and drones. Russia confirmed the attacks and claimed to have achieved their objective. This marks Russia's 13th attack on Ukraine's energy sector this year. Christmas was officially celebrated on Dec. 25 in Ukraine for the second time in modern history, uniting all Ukrainians.
Key Points
- Russia launched a Christmas Day assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing power outages and damage
- Ukrainian President condemned the attack as inhuman
- Ukrainian forces successfully shot down Russian missiles and drones
- Russia confirmed the attacks and claimed to have achieved their objective
- This marks Russia's 13th attack on Ukraine's energy sector this year
- Christmas was officially celebrated on Dec. 25 in Ukraine for the second time in modern history, uniting all Ukrainians
Pros
- Ukrainian forces successfully shot down over 50 Russian missiles and a significant number of drones
- Energy sector workers quickly began restoring equipment to ensure a swift recovery
Cons
- Four people killed and five injured in the partially occupied Kursk region after Ukrainian shelling
- Gas and electricity supply disrupted in the town of Lgov