A thermal power plant was struck in the attack, prompting Ukrainians to take shelter in metro stations on Christmas morning.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said more than 70 missiles, including ballistic missiles, and more than 100 attack drones were used to strike Ukraine's power sources, in a statement on X. Ukrainian foreign minister Andrii Sybiha said one Russian missile passed Moldovan and Romanian airspace.
"Putin deliberately chose Christmas for an attack. What could be more inhumane?" Mr Zelensky said. "They continue to fight for a blackout in Ukraine."
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Hunting ban pressure
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GP suspended after he lied to pharmacy staff
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UNIDENTIFIED FLOATING OBJECTS
MYSTERY OF 50FT SPINNING DISC ON RIVER
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