Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid again as Kyiv warns of winter strain

Russia launched another overnight barrage of missiles and drones against Ukraine’s energy network, striking power facilities and transmission infrastructure in multiple regions, according to Ukrainian officials. The attacks are the latest in a sustained campaign that has repeatedly targeted critical civilian systems since the full-scale invasion began.

Kyiv warned that repeated damage to the grid could create severe pressure on the country’s ability to keep homes, hospitals and public services running through the colder months. Energy workers and emergency crews were assessing the extent of the destruction after the strikes, while local authorities urged residents to prepare for possible disruptions.

Ukraine has spent months trying to harden its power system against repeated attacks, but officials say the scale and frequency of Russian strikes continue to strain repair crews and equipment supplies. The government has also pressed its allies for more air-defense systems and support to protect infrastructure that civilians rely on every day.

The latest assault adds to the human and economic toll of Russia’s war, which has increasingly centered on civilian infrastructure. As winter approaches, Ukrainian officials say the risk is not only longer outages but also broader pressure on public health, transport and basic living conditions across affected regions.