Russian hits Ukraine energy sites in 'most powerful blow' so far this year

The Russian military has launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, described as the "most powerful blow" so far this year. The assault, which reportedly involved over 70 missiles and 450 drones, took place after the expiration of a temporary "energy truce" at the weekend. The strikes targeted critical energy facilities across Ukraine, causing widespread power outages and disruptions to the country's electricity grid. Ukrainian officials have stated that the attacks were aimed at destroying the country's energy system and plunging the population into darkness during the upcoming winter months. The Russian strikes have been condemned by the international community, with the United States and its allies denouncing the attacks as an attempt to demoralize the Ukrainian people and undermine their resolve. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed to restore power supplies and has called on the international community to provide more support and assistance in the face of these relentless assaults.