Overnight, Russian forces unleashed a massive attack on Ukraine — launching over 650 drones and 51 missiles — striking energy, transport and infrastructure sites across at least eight regions. Key targets included power stations, rail hubs, and even a nuclear-facility zone, as winter sets in and the war enters its fourth year
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted the majority of the onslaught — shooting down 585 drones and 30 missiles — but those that were able to ger through and hit caused widespread blackouts, disrupted water and heat supply, and forced shutdowns at some facilities.
“Russia continues to disregard any peace efforts and instead strikes critical civilian infrastructure, including our energy system and railways.”
A major railway depot near Kyiv, in the town of Fastiv, was damaged — affecting rail transpor, leading to train cancellations in and around the capital.
The attack comes as officials from Ukraine and the United States are meeting in Miami for a third day of diplomatic talks to forge a security framework for postwar Ukraine.
Analysts warn that with Russia escalating its bombardment of civilian infrastructure, any agreement will hinge on Moscow’s willingness to significantly scale back its attacks — a prospect that appears doubtful.
