According to the Ukrainian air force, Russia initiated an attack on Ukraine which involved firing 16 missiles and launching 11 drones overnight. The communication was delivered via a Telegram announcement on Sunday morning.
The Ukrainian air force successfully intercepted nine drones and nine missiles, though the intended targets of these attacks were not disclosed. The recent events have seen Russia increasing the frequency and intensity of airstrikes aimed at Ukrainian energy installations. This escalation has led to severe damage and has reignited Ukrainian fears regarding potential power outages like those experienced in the early stages of the full-blown conflict.
In a report on Saturday, DTEK, Ukraine’s largest privately-owned energy company, revealed that out of its six facilities, five have been heavily damaged or completely ruined, resulting in an 80% reduction in its energy production capabilities. It is estimated that the rehabilitation of these facilities could potentially take as long as a year and a half. This report was provided by Reuters. Copyright, Thomson Reuters 2024.