After nearly three years of heavy battles and mass strikes, Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine continues.
Russia launches Christmas Day attack on Ukraine
On December 25, 2024, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine, focusing on the nation's energy infrastructure. This offensive involved over 70 missiles and 100 drones, leading to significant power outages across multiple regions, including Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the timing of the attack on Christmas Day as "inhumane," suggesting it was a deliberate act by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Business Insider
The Ukrainian air force reported detecting 184 missiles and drones during the assault, successfully intercepting a substantial number. Despite these defensive efforts, critical energy facilities sustained damage, resulting in widespread power outages amid freezing temperatures. The northeastern city of Kharkiv was notably affected, with explosions causing injuries and leaving a significant portion of the city without heating. Reuters
In response to the missile trajectories, which crossed into Moldovan and Romanian airspace, NATO forces were prompted to take action. Poland scrambled fighter jets and heightened defenses to address the potential threat. The international community has widely condemned these strikes as violations of international law, emphasizing the severe impact on Ukrainian civilians during the holiday season. The Scottish Sun
This attack is part of a series of mass strikes throughout the year targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, significantly impacting the country's electrical capacity and civilian morale. The deliberate timing of the assault on Christmas Day has been interpreted as an attempt to demoralize the Ukrainian population, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. Associated Press
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