A series of large Russian drone attacks across Ukraine has killed at least two people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday.
The strikes hit multiple regions in Ukraine, causing damage to infrastructure and worsening conditions as the country continues to face intense military pressure amid the prolonged conflict with Russia.
President Zelenskyy reported that the drones targeted key areas across Ukraine, including important cities and energy facilities.
Officials said one of those killed was in Kharkiv, while details about the second fatality were not immediately clear. Dozens of civilians were also injured in the attacks, with many treated in hospitals for wounds sustained during the strikes.
The latest strikes came as Ukraine grapples with bitter winter conditions, with temperatures plummeting well below freezing.
The damage to power infrastructure from repeated Russian attacks has led to widespread outages and heating disruptions in major population centres, making life even more challenging for residents.
Thousands of families have faced long hours without reliable electricity or heat, complicating emergency responses and daily life.
The attacks also struck at a sensitive time diplomatically. While U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet in Miami to discuss future security guarantees and post-war reconstruction plans, Russia’s continued aerial assaults underline the deep divisions over how and whether a ceasefire could be achieved.
Washington has urged Ukraine to consider a peace framework, but Russian leaders have remained firm in seeking significant territorial concessions before engaging in serious negotiations.
Officials reported that the drone strikes hit energy transmission lines and other critical infrastructure, adding strain to a power grid already weakened by months of conflict.
In some cities, residents were forced to rely on temporary shelters and emergency services to find warmth and basic services as supplies dwindled and daylight hours shortened.
Humanitarian groups have expressed concern over the toll such attacks take on civilians, especially vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and those with health conditions that worsen in cold weather.
Many aid organisations have called for stronger measures to protect critical infrastructure and for renewed diplomatic efforts to end the violence.
As the conflict enters its fourth year, Ukrainian leaders insist they will continue to defend their territory and protect civilians, while pressing international partners for additional support in both military and humanitarian assistance.
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