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Russia preparing ‘massive strikes against Ukraine’s energy facilities’
politico.eu • • world
Key Points:
- The Russian military is preparing for a major offensive targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, described as retaliation for Kyiv’s attacks on Russian energy facilities.
- Recent Russian attacks include a devastating strike on a warehouse near Kyiv that killed 38 people, injured 20, and caused fires damaging at least 50 homes.
- Ukraine reports nearly 2,000 drone strikes, over 1,600 aerial bombs, and 31 missiles launched by Russia in the past week, alongside intelligence suggesting plans for a new ground assault on Kyiv and Chernihiv.
- Ukraine’s Defense Minister revealed Russia may mobilize an additional 600,000 troops over the next two years amid heavy losses, aiming to seize all Ukrainian territory and dismantle Ukrainian statehood.
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk highlighted NATO’s concerns over escalating Russian aggression in the region, signaling growing international alarm over the conflict.
