Modern Diplomacy

Russia carried out a large-scale overnight attack on Ukraine’s energy system, launching hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at facilities across multiple regions, Ukraine’s energy ministry said on Friday.

According to the ministry, 381 drones and 35 missiles targeted infrastructure in the eastern Kharkiv and Poltava regions, home to major gas production facilities. Damage assessments are ongoing, though officials warned the strikes could disrupt electricity and gas supply.

The attacks follow months of Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy sector, aimed at crippling the grid ahead of winter. Kyiv has urged Western allies to provide additional air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure.