Ukraine Faces Escalating Attacks as Russia Targets Energy Infrastructure

Kyiv, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : Ukraine continues to endure a wave of attacks from Russian forces, with significant strikes reported across various cities. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that from Saturday night to Sunday morning, the Russian military targeted energy infrastructure in regions including Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Odesa, Zhytomyr, and Kirovohrad.

In a post on the social media platform X, Zelensky revealed that over the past week, Russia has launched more than 2,300 attack drones, 1,590 aerial bombs, and 15 different types of missiles against Ukraine. These assaults pose a severe threat, making them difficult to counter.

The president noted that Russian forces are specifically using “Shahed” drones to strike electricity substations. Many of these attacks have been successful due to ongoing restrictions on the operational speed of Starshield terminals in frontline and temporarily occupied areas.

Zelensky explained that interceptor drones lose connection with their operators at speeds of 161 kilometers per hour (100 miles per hour), making it challenging to pursue and intercept the Russian jet-engine drones. He expressed hope that these restrictions would be lifted soon, emphasizing that the safety of lives and the protection of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure depend significantly on this change as winter approaches.

He has directed teams from the Foreign Ministry, Defense Ministry, and the presidential office to collaborate closely with the United States and SpaceX. Zelensky stressed the importance of standing on the right side of history and the necessity of supporting Ukraine, thanking all those who stand with them in their defense efforts.