Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia has launched a massive early morning missile and drone attack on energy facilities across Ukraine. Writing on his X handle, Zelensky said more than 50 missiles and 20 drones were used in the attack.
It marks the latest in a string of Russia n attacks on Ukraine ’s energy grid, which Moscow insists is a legitimate military target. The strikes targeted seven regions across the country and took place on a major national holiday commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War Two. Writing on social media, Mr Zelensky drew parallels between the German invasion of the Soviet Union and the Russia n invasion of Ukraine , referring to Russia n President Vladimir Putin’s regime as “Moscow Nazis.
The latest Russian campaign targeting Ukraine’s energy grid began in March. Waves of attacks have forced authorities in Ukraine to impose rolling blackouts in several regions. According to Ukraine’s largest energy provider, DTEK, at least three thermal power plants were seriously damaged in Wednesday’s attack, the fifth on the company’s facilities in seven weeks.
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