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Russia Launches New Wave of Strikes on Ukraine as Pokrovsk Battle Enters Critical Phase

The escalation targets Ukraine's energy grid ahead of winter to strain services.

Overview

  • At least 15 people were killed in the latest attacks, including two boys aged 11 and 14, according to Ukrainian officials.
  • Nearly 60,000 residents in Zaporizhzhia lost electricity, and Ukraine’s grid operator reported rolling power cuts across multiple regions.
  • Ukraine’s Air Force said it shot down or jammed 67 of 79 attack drones launched overnight, with strikes recorded in six locations.
  • Kyiv deployed special forces to hold Pokrovsk, where street fighting continues and Ukrainian commanders reject Russian claims of encirclement.
  • Ukraine reported hitting Russia’s Tuapse oil port and the Koltsevoy fuel pipeline near Moscow, with local authorities in Russia confirming port damage and temporary airport closures for safety.