Russia's Drone and Missile Assault: Ukraine's Energy Crisis Deepens

Overnight, Russian forces launched a significant drone and missile assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, resulting in widespread power restrictions and six civilian fatalities, including a young girl, as confirmed by Ukrainian officials on Thursday.

Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko accused Russia of attacking energy supplies as winter looms, urging for more air defense systems and stronger sanctions against Moscow. President Zelenskiy reported bomb strikes on thermal power plants and civilian areas.

Moscow, refuting allegations of deliberately targeting civilians, claimed its military action responded to Ukrainian assaults. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian government announced power limitations, amid ongoing air alerts and infrastructure damage.