Russia Launches Christmas Missile Attack on Ukraine

On Christmas Day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia's missile and drone assault, which targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure and was characterized as 'inhumane.' The attack involved over 70 missiles and more than 100 drones, with the deliberate timing aiming for maximum disruption during the holiday. Zelenskyy stated that over 50 missiles were intercepted, but some managed to hit their targets, leading to widespread blackouts and significant damage across multiple regions, including Kharkiv and Dnipro. Ukrainian Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko described the strikes as a 'massive attack' and confirmed ongoing efforts to restore power. DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, highlighted the moral depravity of denying light and warmth to millions during Christmas. Despite the devastation, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the resilience of Ukrainian defenders and vowed that the spirit of Ukraine would remain unbroken.