Russian Strike Kills 6, Including Children, in Attack on Ukraine Energy Grid
A Russian missile strike targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight, killing at least six people—including two children—and wounding 15 others. The attack destroyed a power facility in Kryvyi Rih, President Zelensky’s hometown, plunging nearby areas into darkness.
Key Details of the Attack
- Location: Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovsk region (central Ukraine)
- Casualties: 6 dead (two siblings, ages 8 and 12), 15+ injured
- Damage: Energy facility destroyed, residential buildings damaged
- Response: Rescue teams searched rubble; volunteers set up emergency shelters
Ukraine’s Energy Crisis Worsens
Russia has escalated attacks on power plants and heating systems ahead of winter, risking widespread blackouts. Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko warned:
“This is an attack on civilians’ survival—children, families, hospitals.”
International Condemnation
- UN: Called the strike a “violation of humanitarian law.”
- U.S. & EU: Pledged air defense support; Blinken labeled it “barbaric.”
- Russia’s Defense: Claims the facility supported military logistics (denied by Kyiv).
Zelensky’s Emotional Response
President Zelensky demanded urgent Western aid, including Patriot missiles:
“How many more children must die? This is a fight for humanity.”
Humanitarian Risks This Winter
- WHO Alert: Power outages threaten medical care, water, and heat.
- Local Efforts: Volunteers distribute generators, food, and blankets.
What Comes Next?
Ukraine urges faster weapon deliveries as Russia aims to demoralize civilians. Defense Minister Reznikov vowed:
“Darkness won’t break us—we’ll light our own way.”
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