Russia targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
Russia launched a widespread attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure by flying dozens of attack drones and firing dozens of missiles
According to Radio Free Europe, in the early morning attacks on Friday, March 23, which according to the Ukrainian president involved at least 150 missiles and drones, targets included the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and dams that contribute to Ukraine’s electricity supply
Almost total blackout occurred in Ukraine as a result of these attacks, and Zaporizhzhia was damaged by at least 12 drone attacks
Herman Halushchenko, Ukraine’s energy minister, called these attacks the largest assault on his country’s energy industry in recent times
Infrastructure officials reported efforts to manage the consequences of the damages and initiate necessary repairs, while Ukrainian relief agencies confirmed the deaths of individuals in Zaporizhzhia and other areas, emphasizing their efforts to assist the affected