Russian drone barrage cuts power for thousands in Ukraine
Summary
Russian forces launched over 500 drones and missiles in a large-scale attack on western Ukraine, causing power outages affecting 30,000 people and damaging civilian infrastructure.
Key Points
- Russian forces launched more than 500 drones and missiles in an attack mainly targeting western Ukraine.
- The attack caused power outages for 30,000 people and damaged civilian infrastructure in multiple regions.
- Explosions were heard over Kyiv as air defense systems targeted incoming Russian drones.
- The barrage coincided with Vladimir Putin's visit to China and the UK Defence Secretary's arrival in Ukraine for security talks.
