Overnight, Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing significant blackouts across Kyiv and other regions. At least 12 people were injured in the capital, with eight hospitalized, authorities report.
Strikes in Dnipropetrovsk, Cherkasy, and Zaporizhzhia regions triggered fires and infrastructure damages. In Zaporizhzhia, a seven-year-old boy was killed and two adults are in serious condition; residents have been urged to limit gas use temporarily due to damage to gas facilities.
Drone attacks targeted Kyiv Region, setting homes and a minimarket on fire, and damaging infrastructure. In Cherkasy, a missile hit a residential building in Kaniv and blocked the hydroelectric dam.
The Ministry of Energy noted that air defenses prevented further destruction. Emergency power cuts continue in many areas.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump commented on the Nobel Peace Prize and world events, making statements about the war in Ukraine, US involvement, and the potential supply of advanced weapons. He also claimed that the war between Israel and Hamas has ended and announced US troop deployments to help monitor the ceasefire in Gaza, while criticizing Barack Obama’s previous Nobel award.
Belgium detained three people suspected of plotting a drone attack, and the European Commission is investigating potential Hungarian espionage against EU institutions.
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