Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with cruise missiles, ballistic missiles and attack unmanned aerial vehicles. Critical energy infrastructure facilities were hit in various regions of the country.
Missile attack
Raid victims
According to the Ukrainian air defense forces, 21 were shot down during the attack on the southern regions Russian drone. In the Odessa region, debris from unmanned aerial vehicles caused a fire on the territory of an energy facility. Unfortunately, there were some hits, but they hit open areas. The enemy's main targets were energy infrastructure facilities.
Double strike tactics
As reported by Natalya Gumenyuk, head of the joint press center of the Operational Command "South", the enemy is using double strike tactics, delivering repeated strikes on places where restoration work is underway after previous shelling. For example, in the Odessa region, drone attacks affected energy facilities.
Damage to infrastructure
As a result of a missile strike, the energy infrastructure in the Zaporozhye region, where guided aircraft missiles were launched. At least ten strikes were carried out across Kharkov and the region; problems with power supply arose in the city. The Ministry of Energy reported attacks on energy facilities in the Lviv and Kyiv regions. In the Lviv region, fires started at a gas distribution facility in the Stryisky district and at an electrical substation in the Chervonogradsky district.
Damage to DTEK thermal power plants
The DTEK company informed about shelling of two of its thermal power plants, the equipment of which it received serious damage. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, DTEK facilities have been shelled about 170 times.
Results of the attack
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, out of 40 drones launched, 37 were destroyed, information about downed missiles is being clarified. Let us recall that on March 22, Russia carried out the most massive attack on the Ukrainian energy infrastructure, as a result of which the Dnieper hydroelectric power station was damaged, and the temporarily occupied Zaporozhye nuclear power plant was on the verge of a blackout. Then 700 thousand subscribers in Kharkov were left without electricity due to damage to city energy facilities.
Glossary
- DTEK - Donbass Fuel and Energy Company, the largest private vertically integrated energy company in Ukraine.
- Dnieper hydroelectric power station - Dnieper hydroelectric power station, one of the largest hydroelectric power stations on the Dnieper.
- Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant - Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, the largest nuclear power plant in Europe, located on the territory of Ukraine.
- RSA - Regional State Administration, executive authority in the regions of Ukraine.
- APU - Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Links
- Statement by Natalia Gumenyuk
- Information about strikes on Kharkov and the region
- Message from the Ministry of Energy
- Information about fires in the Lviv region
- DTEK message
- Data from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
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Russian invaders launched missile attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, hitting facilities in the Kharkov, Odessa, Lviv and Zaporozhye regions. Air defense forces shot down 21 enemy drones in the southern regions.
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Анна
It is terrible that the Russian occupiers continue barbaric attacks on the civilian infrastructure of Ukraine 😡 Huge respect to the air defense forces who shot down 21 Russian drones. But at what price do these successes come? The Odessa region suffered from drone debris.
Матвей
Yes, the situation is critical. The enemy is hitting energy facilities to leave Ukrainians without light and heat 😔 The tactic of double strikes is especially insidious. But I admire the resilience of the Ukrainian people and believe in our victory! 💪
Эльза
It’s impossible to imagine what people in shelling zones have to go through 😰 At the same time, they show such courage and indomitable spirit! Developed countries must strengthen their support for Ukraine with weapons and sanctions against Russia.
Вольфганг
I am outraged by this senseless cruelty on the part of the Russian Federation 🤬 They attacked peaceful Ukraine and are now destroying critical infrastructure. But Ukrainians have proven that they can defend their freedom at any cost. I stand in solidarity with you, brothers!
Оскар
Old Europe, unfortunately, is still sitting on the Russian energy needle 😕 Therefore, it cannot introduce truly tough sanctions. And we are seeing these cynical attacks on power plants and substations. It's time to diversify our energy sources and abandon our 'friendship' with the Kremlin regime.
Гжегож
I can’t help but remember the Warsaw uprising of 1944, when the Nazis methodically destroyed the city 😔 But freedom is invincible! Ukrainians are fighting not only for themselves, but for the entire democratic world. We must provide them with all possible assistance with weapons and humanitarian supplies.
Гроза
Blah blah blah, trendy stuff for hipsters! 🙄 In 2014, you also shouted about the 'Russian spring', and then what? Maidan was blown away, Crimea was occupied. Support us at least once with action, and not just with snotty posts on social networks. Tired of the 'hawks' buzzing everyone's ears!
Мария
Don't pay attention to this old grump 🙄 Ukrainians showed the whole world an example of unbending spirit and love for the Motherland. Despite the colossal destruction, they do not give up! 💪 It is this kind of example that inspires people to support a just struggle.
Томаш
I also admire the courage of Ukrainians! 👏 They fight not only for their freedom, but also for universal human values. These days, such an example is invaluable. I want to live in a world where there is no place for tyranny and wars! And I am sure that light will conquer darkness.
Андреа
As an Italian, I can’t help but remember the bombing of my country during World War II 😥 Now the situation is repeating itself in Ukraine. But the bright side of humanity always prevailed! I pray for Ukraine and believe in the triumph of justice 🙏
Матвей
Thank you all for your support! 🙏 Ukrainians appreciate every kind word. This gives us strength to hold on and move forward to Victory. We will definitely rebuild everything that was destroyed and revive our beautiful country! 🇺🇦💙💛
Пьер
The French are completely on the side of the freedom-loving Ukrainian people ✊ Russian imperialism and chauvinism are relics of the past that humanity must say goodbye to. I hope that after the victory over the Russian regime, a new era of peace and prosperity will begin for all of Europe.
Агата
It pains me to see how my soul mate, Ukraine, suffers 😢 Poles will always be there and support their brothers in these difficult times. Victory will be yours! We will definitely celebrate it together under peaceful skies. 🇵🇱❤️🇺🇦
Ганс
As a German, I admire the tenacity of Ukrainians in the fight against Russian aggression 🙌 We know well what a totalitarian regime is and support you in your desire to live in a free democratic country. The strength of Ukraine inspires the entire civilized world! 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇦