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Russian strike seriously damages Ukrainian power plant as winter approaches, officials say

The attack injured two workers and hit multiple regions as part of Russia's effort to disrupt Ukraine's energy ahead of winter, officials said.

  • On Wednesday, Russia seriously damaged one of Ukraine's thermal power plants in an overnight attack, injuring two workers, DTEK said.
  • Ukraine says Moscow aims to deny basic utilities, pursuing a campaign to cut heat, light and water as winter approaches.
  • Ukraine's air force intercepted or jammed 154 of 183 Russian strike and decoy drones overnight, while the Russian Defense Ministry said it intercepted 53 Ukrainian drones over nine Russian regions.
  • Authorities there have put up tents for warming, charging and psychological support, while officials nearby offered temporary accommodation in Shostka, Sumy region.
  • Ukraine accused Moscow of weaponizing winter, as Ukraine's season runs from late October through March with January and February the coldest months, raising stakes for damaged energy infrastructure.
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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
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