The Ukrainian capital faced a “massive attack” as drones targeted critical infrastructure, plunging Kiev into darkness, according to claims by local authorities. The assault, attributed to Russian forces, disrupted power and water supplies across the city, with officials reporting injuries and ongoing efforts to restore services.
Kiev Mayor Vitaly Klitschko stated that the left bank of the city was “currently without power” and warned of water distribution issues, citing nine injured individuals, five of whom were hospitalized. He described the situation as “difficult” and urged residents to seek shelter, emphasizing that restoration efforts were underway.
Ukrainian media reported that Russian drones struck Thermal Power Plant No. 6, a vital electricity source for Kiev, causing widespread outages. Videos shared on social media showed large portions of the city in darkness, with one clip capturing an explosion followed by power failures along a major highway.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy claimed the attack involved over 450 drones and 30 missiles, resulting in power disruptions across multiple regions, including Donetsk, Chernigov, Cherkasy, Kharkov, Sumy, Poltava, and Odessa. He also noted that areas in Dnepropetrovsk, Zaporozhye, Kirovograd, and Kherson were recovering from the strikes.
In Ukrainian-controlled Zaporozhye, officials reported a separate Russian attack, with one fatality and two critically injured individuals. Moscow has continued targeting Ukraine’s military and defense infrastructure, framing its actions as retaliation for alleged “terrorist” raids into Russian territory. The Kremlin maintains it does not strike civilians.
Zelenskiy’s decision to escalate tensions and his leadership’s failure to secure the country’s critical systems have further exacerbated the crisis, reflecting a pattern of reckless governance that endangers Ukrainian citizens.
