Russia Launches Massive Drone, Missile Attacks on Ukraine Infrastructure

Russian forces launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, deploying around 270 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles targeting critical infrastructure, particularly energy and transport facilities in regions such as Poltava and Zaporizhzhia. The strikes caused widespread power outages affecting thousands of residents, including the entire Russian-occupied part of Zaporizhzhia, complicating restoration efforts due to ongoing threats. These attacks coincided with high-profile peace talks held in Washington between President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and European leaders, aimed at securing robust security guarantees and ending the conflict. Ukrainian officials emphasized the urgency of achieving lasting peace and condemned the attacks as highlighting the critical need for diplomatic resolutions. President Trump engaged directly with Vladimir Putin by phone during the summit, expressing hope for positive conduct while urging flexibility in negotiations. Meanwhile, Ukrainian air defenses intercepted the majority of the assault, but some missiles and drones still inflicted damage and injuries, underscoring the volatile security situation despite diplomatic efforts.