04-02-2026

Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure

Date: 04-02-2026
Sources: bbc.com: 1 | cbsnews.com: 1 | foxnews.com: 1
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Summary

Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine's energy sites have been condemned by world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who described them as 'barbaric' and 'particularly depraved'. The attacks, which included over 70 missiles and 450 drones, targeted eight regions, leaving thousands without power in freezing temperatures, and came just before peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US in Abu Dhabi.

Key Points

  • Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure using over 70 missiles and 450 drones
  • The attack targeted eight regions and left thousands without power in freezing temperatures
  • The attack came just before peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US in Abu Dhabi

Articles in this Cluster

Russian attacks on Ukraine energy sites 'particularly depraved', Starmer says

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as 'barbaric' and 'particularly depraved', especially given the freezing temperatures. The attacks, which occurred after a week-long pause requested by US President Donald Trump, left over 1,000 tower blocks in Kyiv without heating and a power plant in Kharkiv beyond repair. Residents were forced to shelter in metro stations and communal kitchens were set up to provide warmth. US envoys are meeting with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in Abu Dhabi to discuss a proposed peace deal, with Russia demanding Ukraine cede control of the Donbas region.
Entities: Sir Keir Starmer, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, RussiaTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Russia hammers Ukraine after halt announced by Trump, plunging thousands into frigid dark on eve of talks - CBS News

Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on the eve of peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US, leaving thousands without power in freezing temperatures. The attack, which included 450 drones and over 60 missiles, was seen as a sign that Russia is not serious about peace negotiations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte condemned the attack, with Rutte stating that it did not signal seriousness about peace. Despite the attack, Ukraine remains resolute in its determination to endure the war, with a recent poll showing that 65% of Ukrainians are ready to endure the war for as long as necessary to secure a fair peace.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Kyiv, Dorohozhychi, Volodymyr ZelenskyyTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Russia attacks Ukraine with more than 70 missiles, 450 drones | Fox News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure using over 70 missiles and 450 drones, targeting eight regions. The attack came just before peace talks with Moscow and Washington were set to resume in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy claimed Russia exploited a proposed pause in strikes to stockpile missiles and wait for the coldest days of the year to maximize the impact. The Ukrainian government reported five people injured and three rescued in Kharkiv after a drone strike caused a fire in a residential building. The attack occurred despite a weeklong pause in attacks announced by President Donald Trump, which Russia resumed several days early.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russia, Ukraine, Abu Dhabi, MoscowTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform