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Russia strikes Ukrainian power infrastructure amid escalating missile campaign
Russian forces have launched ballistic missile attacks targeting a major power generation facility in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials said. President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the lack of advance warning from Western allies regarding the strikes.
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Russia carried out fresh ballistic missile strikes against critical energy infrastructure in Ukraine's capital, according to statements from Kyiv authorities on Wednesday. The attacks focused on a significant power plant serving the city, part of an ongoing campaign to degrade Ukraine's electrical grid and civilian services.
President Zelensky expressed frustration over the timing and coordination of the assault, noting that Ukrainian defenders received no prior notification from international partners about the incoming strikes. The lack of advance warning complicated air defense preparations and response efforts.
The strikes represent the latest phase of Russia's systematic targeting of Ukraine's energy sector, which has intensified as winter approaches. Repeated attacks on power plants and transmission infrastructure have left millions without reliable electricity and heating.
Ukrainian air defense systems engaged the incoming missiles, though the extent of damage and any casualties remain under assessment. Energy officials have not yet provided details on the operational impact or restoration timeline for affected services.