Russia Escalates Missile Strikes on Ukraine's Energy Grid and Threatens Kyiv

Moscow's intensified attacks target Ukraine's critical infrastructure, while Putin signals potential use of advanced Oreshnik missiles on Kyiv.

Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving over a million households without power across multiple regions.
Vladimir Putin threatened Kyiv with Oreshnik missiles, claiming their destructive power rivals that of nuclear strikes, though they currently carry conventional warheads.
Ukraine's air defenses intercepted the majority of the incoming missiles and drones, but significant damage to energy facilities has led to rolling blackouts and emergency repairs.
The strikes are seen as retaliation for Ukraine's recent use of Western-supplied long-range missiles on Russian territory, including the ATACMS and Storm Shadow systems.
Ukrainian officials warn of worsening conditions as winter approaches, with energy shortages impacting heating, water supplies, and critical infrastructure.