Russian airstrikes kill eight and target energy grid across Ukraine

At least eight people were killed and over 50 injured during a widespread overnight air assault conducted by Russian forces across Ukraine, targeting cities including Kyiv, Lviv, and Kryvyi Rih. According to Ukrainian Minister of Internal Affairs Ivan Vyhivskyi, strikes hit residential homes and civilian infrastructure.

The bombardment heavily damaged energy facilities across five regions, resulting in widespread power outages. National grid operator Ukrenergo reported that the most severe disruptions occurred in Sumy Oblast, cutting electricity to the regional capital and nearby communities. Additionally, air defense systems engaged incoming cruise missiles over western regions such as Lviv.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that preliminary findings indicate Russia deployed a North Korean ballistic missile during a strike on Radushne, located near Kryvyi Rih.

Sources: Investor.bg, Point, Ukrinform