Russian forces intensified operations against Ukrainian military-linked energy facilities this week, with the Defense Ministry confirming Thursday's strikes on 142 targets including power infrastructure supporting Ukraine's armed formations. The attacks mark the third consecutive day of cross-border engagements in January 2026.
Operational reports detail the use of combat drones and precision artillery to hit ammunition depots and temporary deployment areas. Air defense systems reportedly intercepted 224 fixed-wing drones and nine guided aerial bombs, though Ukrainian authorities confirmed civilian casualties in Odesa and Kryvyi Rih from residual strikes.
In Kyiv, municipal workers raced to restore heat to 3,000 apartment buildings ahead of forecasted subzero temperatures. The conflict's impact on regional energy security continues drawing international attention as winter strains Ukraine's damaged infrastructure.
