Russian strikes kill civilians and disrupt power across Ukraine

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The attacks represent a major escalation in Russia’s campaign against Ukraine’s power system as winter approaches. Ukrainian authorities reported casualties in Kyiv and Kharkiv, widespread damage, and extensive power disruption; the strikes also drew renewed criticism from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said allies had received no warning and accused Moscow of disregarding the energy ceasefire.[1][2]

Sources: UN News, Euronews, The Independent