Russian missiles and drones hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight, causing widespread outages and leaving hundreds of thousands of people without electricity, according to Reuters. The latest assault adds pressure on the country’s already strained power system as summer demand rises and repairs continue from earlier attacks.

The strikes again underscored Moscow’s focus on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, a tactic that has repeatedly disrupted daily life, businesses, hospitals, and water systems across the country. Ukrainian officials have warned that the attacks are designed to weaken public resilience and increase costs for the population.

At the same time, Kremlin officials said Moscow sees no reason to restart peace negotiations, dimming hopes for near-term diplomatic progress. The statement followed another wave of attacks that left emergency crews working to restore service and assess damage across affected regions.

The latest bombardment highlights the continuing human toll of Russia’s war on Ukraine, with civilians once again bearing the immediate consequences of strikes on critical infrastructure.