Russian Strikes Leave 600,000 Without Power in Ukraine, Zelensky Says
BBC News reports that at least 600,000 people across Ukraine are now without electricity following deadly overnight Russian missile and drone strikes, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Key Points:
- Critical Infrastructure Affected: Zelensky stated that "critical" energy infrastructure was hit in Kyiv and the capital region, as well as the northeastern city of Kharkiv.
- Disagreements Over Ceasefire: Despite US President Donald Trump's claim of an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has rejected any truce, arguing it would allow Europe to supply Ukraine with more weapons.
- Casualties: At least three people were killed and 21 injured in Kyiv, according to Ukraine's state emergencies service.
- Russian Claims: Russia's defence ministry claimed its strikes targeted communications and energy facilities used by Ukraine's military in both Kyiv and Kharkiv regions.
- Ukrainian Defences: Ukraine's air force reported that Russia launched 39 ballistic and cruise missiles and 128 drones overnight, with 4 missiles and 115 drones shot down.
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