Russia launches huge missile attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure (www.theguardian.com)
from MicroWave@lemmy.world to world@lemmy.world on 13 Dec 12:16
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Summary

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure Friday, using 93 missiles, including hypersonic Kinzhal missiles, and over 200 drones.

Ukraine’s forces intercepted 81 missiles, with F-16s playing a key role. Western regions, like Ivano-Frankivsk, saw their largest assault since the war began, targeting critical energy systems.

Around half of Ukraine’s energy capacity has been destroyed, forcing widespread power outages as winter temperatures plunge.

President Zelenskyy called the attacks terrorism, and experts believe Russia is trying to weaken Ukraine before Donald Trump’s U.S. presidency and possible talks.

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