In a dramatic escalation of the conflict, Russia launched a massive missile strike against Ukraine on Friday 🎯. The Russian Defense Ministry announced that it targeted critical fuel and energy infrastructure supporting Ukraine's military-industrial complex.
According to Moscow, the strikes were a direct response to Ukraine's recent deployment of American-made ATACMS missiles against the Russian territory of Taganrog. \"The strike's objective was achieved. All facilities were hit,\" the ministry stated.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials reported one of the largest assaults on their energy system in over two years ⚡. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that 93 Russian missiles and nearly 200 drones were detected, with Ukrainian air defenses successfully shooting down 81 missiles. \"Our heroes in the sky are making a difference,\" Zelenskyy remarked.
Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, confirmed that several power plants were severely damaged in the attacks 🔌. \"We are working tirelessly to restore power to our citizens,\" the company said.
The intensifying exchange underscores the growing tensions and the high stakes involved 🎲. As both sides ramp up their military capabilities, the international community watches with bated breath 😬, hoping for a path towards peace.
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Russia launches 'massive' strike on Ukraine after Kyiv's ATACMS use
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