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The Digest:
Russia has launched a new large-scale winter assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, hitting gas facilities in the east and causing emergency power outages across eight regions. The attack, involving 320 drones and 37 missiles, marks a continued campaign to cripple Ukraine’s energy grid and increase pressure on civilians amid the ongoing conflict.
Key Points:
- Russian strikes targeted gas facilities in Kharkiv and Poltava regions.
- Emergency power outages were imposed across eight Ukrainian regions.
- The attack included 320 drones and 37 missiles; 283 drones were intercepted.
- A major gas production facility was forced to shut down due to damage.
- Recent attacks have halted around 60% of Ukraine’s gas production.
- Ukraine’s president accused Russia of daily strikes on energy infrastructure.
- The ICC has previously issued arrest warrants for Russian officials over energy attacks.
Sources: CNN
