Russia launches heaviest energy-grid attack on Ukraine in months

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The strikes represent a significant escalation in Russia’s campaign against Ukraine’s energy system and were described by Reuters as the heaviest combined attack on energy sites in months. The timing raises concern about civilian heating and electricity access ahead of winter, while the broader war remains active and diplomatic efforts have not produced a durable settlement. Reporting indicates that infrastructure around Kyiv and several other Ukrainian regions was targeted, with Ukrainian officials reporting at least one death and multiple injuries.

Sources: Reuters, Indian Express, Sun Sentinel