Russian missile strikes on Kharkiv and Poltava energy grid kill one, cut power to 22,000
Russian forces launched a double missile attack on Kharkiv using Banderol missiles, killing one person, and struck an energy infrastructure facility in the Poltava region, leaving 22,000 without electricity. The attack continues Russia's pattern of targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure, with the specific missile type and casualty count reported by ANSA. The incident underscores ongoing civilian harm and energy grid vulnerability in Ukraine.
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Russia Increases Jet-Propelled Drone Use, Ukraine Interception Rate Drops
Russia is increasingly deploying jet-propelled drones, leading to a confirmed drop in Ukraine's interception rate to approximately 60% for these faster platforms. This tactical evolution is straining Ukrainian air defenses and contributing to sustained attacks on civilian infrastructure and population centers, particularly Kharkiv and Poltava. The shift indicates an adaptation in Russian aerial campaign strategy.