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Russia Strikes Ukraine's Energy Infrastructure with 43 Missiles, 74 Drones, Causing Power Cuts in 7 Regions

Jan 15, 2025, 10:27 AM

Russia launched a significant missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting the country's energy infrastructure. The assault, which involved 43 missiles and 74 drones, led to emergency power cuts across seven Ukrainian regions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that the attack focused on gas and energy facilities, crucial for sustaining normal life in Ukraine. Ukrainian air defenses managed to intercept at least 30 of the missiles, while 27 drones failed to reach their targets. The strikes come in the wake of a large-scale Ukrainian aerial assault on Russian territory, prompting Moscow to vow retaliation. The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the attack, stating it targeted critical energy infrastructure supporting Ukraine's military-industrial complex.