Russian drone strikes cripple Kyiv power grid, metro shut down
Russian drone strikes on Oct. 10 damaged a key energy installation in the Kyiv region, causing power outages that shut down the metro and disrupted water supplies. This is a continuation of Russia's campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, but the scale of impact on the capital's critical services marks a notable escalation. The extent of the damage and recovery timeline remain uncertain.
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Russia Intensifies Strikes on Ukrainian Infrastructure, Kyiv Blackouts Widespread
Russian forces have significantly intensified missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, particularly in Kyiv, resulting in widespread power outages, metro disruptions, and water supply cuts. Civilian casualties are confirmed across multiple Ukrainian cities, with Ukraine alleging deliberate targeting. The full extent of damage and restoration timelines remain unclear.