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Russia Batters Ukraine’s Power Grid as Kremlin Hails U.S. Strategy and Zelensky Seeks European Backing

Washington’s new security strategy downplays Russia, straining transatlantic unity.

Overview

  • Ukraine reported a fresh combined strike using 5 ballistic missiles and 241 drones, including Kinzhal and Iskander systems, with outages and loss of heat and water in cities such as Kremenchuk.
  • Ukrenergo said many regions now face rolling blackouts lasting up to 12–16 hours daily, warning that repairs could take weeks as winter conditions intensify needs.
  • Zelensky announced meetings this week in London, Brussels and Rome to coordinate security guarantees, after a two‑hour call he described as constructive with U.S. envoys Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
  • Italy said it will send emergency generators to support Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, while the Kremlin praised the U.S. National Security Strategy as largely consistent with Russia’s view.
  • President Trump said he is disappointed Zelensky has not yet read a U.S. peace proposal, and Donald Trump Jr. suggested the United States could step back from the process, signaling potential uncertainty over future support.