Moscow targets Ukraine’s energy system in massive Christmas missile attack
Moscow's massive missile assault on Ukraine's energy facilities has forced emergency power cuts across ten regions, with strikes reaching Moldova's airspace.
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EU bank funds € 86 million anti-drone shield for Ukraine’s power grid amid Russian attacks
Ukrenergo accelerates construction of protective structures at critical power substation.
Russian drones damage energy infrastructure in Ternopil, Rivne Oblasts
Ukraine intercepted 22 of 28 explosive drones, with three crashing or leaving Ukrainian airspace, suggesting at least three may have hit facilities.
Ukraine to face tough winter as Russia sustains missile pressure, says expert
On 28 November, Russia launched another massive assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Russians damage Kurakhove Reservoir dam in Donetsk Oblast
The damage on 11 November caused water levels to rise by 1.2 meters in Velykonovosilkivska Hromada, potentially affecting settlements along the Vovcha River in two oblasts.
Ukrainian PM Shmyhal: Ukraine needs support as it prepares for harsh winter amid Russian attacks on critical infrastructure
rime Minister Denys Shmyhal outlines Ukraine’s priorities ahead of the 2024-2025 winter, focusing on energy restoration, water supply for southern regions, and protection of key infrastructure.
Dombrovskis: Ukraine to face severe winter amid Russian strikes on energy infrastructure
As Ukraine braces for another harsh winter, EU officials sounded the alarm over the cumulative damage inflicted by over 1,000 Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, threatening the survival of civilians across the country.
Russian troops shell civilian infrastructure in Kherson Oblast, killing one civilian and injuring nine
The attacks damaged critical infrastructure, medical facilities, and residential areas, including apartment buildings and private homes, according to regional authorities.
Ukrainian commander says Russian forces adapt tactics to exhaust Ukrainian air defenses
In June, Ukraine successfully intercepted 94% of enemy drones and 64% of incoming missiles. Despite the high interception rate, the missiles that hit their targets caused significant damage
Russian attacks completely destroy Burshtyn Thermal Power Plant in western Ukraine
The official added that due to the destruction of the power plant, the city of Burshtyn may be left without heating and hot water during the winter.
Ukrainian PM Shmyhal: Ukraine will do everything possible to become EU member
On 25 June, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said Ukraine is ready to do everything possible to complete the…
UN reports highest monthly civilian casualties rate in Ukraine for May 2024
The surge occurred primarily due to brutal offensives in Kharkiv Oblast.
Kharkiv receives US transformers amid energy crisis, says ambassador
As Kharkiv's energy network reels from Russian missile damage, US transformers arrive to help restore power.
ISW: Russia exploits Ukraine air defense shortages in attacks on power infrastructure
A recent report from the Institute of Study of War suggests that Russian forces are likely to persist in mass strikes targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure until US-provided air defense missiles arrives.
Ukrainian forces down 12 out of 13 Russian Shahed drones overnight
Despite Ukraine's effective interception of drones, the attack damaged power infrastructure. In many Ukrainian regions missiles, shelling, guided bombs led to casualties among civilians.
WP: New US weapons to strengthen Ukraine’s military defenses amid shortage in manpower, say officials
US officials said Ukraine is unlikely to launch a major offensive against Russian troops due to the delay in the US military assistance.
Swiss Parliament’s committee advances $ 5.5 bn Ukraine aid despite political divide
A Swiss parliamentary committee greenlights voting on $5.5 billion in aid for Ukraine's infrastructure, embedded in the country's military spending.
Reuters: Russia restoring oil refining capacity idled by Ukrainian drones
Russia has swiftly repaired critical oil refineries targeted by Ukrainian drones, reducing idled capacity to about 10% from nearly 14% at the end of March, according to Reuters calculations.
Germany to transfer additional Patriot system to Ukraine to repel Russian attacks on infrastructure
Ukraine has been calling on its partners to provide more air defense systems to protect its critical facilities and people from Russian air assaults.
Marіupol residents on brink as Russian occupation authorities ignore heating crisis
The occupation authorities in the temporarily seized Mariupol, Donetsk Oblast, continue to devastate the city, which was almost…