In a dramatic escalation of the war, Russia has just launched its biggest missile and drone attack on Ukraine since the conflict started. In a single night, more than 200 missiles and drones were fired at Ukraine, causing panic, damage, and chaos across the country. This sudden and massive assault targeted several cities, including the capital, Kyiv.
Major Cities and Infrastructure Targeted
Kyiv, along with cities like Lviv, Vinnytsia, and Khmelnytskyi, were all hit by missiles. The strikes didn’t just hit random areas — they focused on Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure, which provides power to homes, businesses, and the military. In some areas, the attack resulted in power outages and water shortages. People in Kyiv were left in shock as they witnessed explosions across the city.
Kyiv shaken by at least seven explosions on Monday morning, AFP reports - as Russia continues strategic military operations. Ukraine’s energy operator DTEK has announced emergency power outages to cope with the impact on the nation’s infrastructure. pic.twitter.com/AIsAMJkUPX
This isn't the first time Russia has attacked Ukraine's energy systems. However, the scale of this latest attack was larger...
