Zelenskyy says Ukraine got no early warning from partners as Russia hits the power grid again
The overnight barrage damaged more than 10 energy facilities and cut power to 550,000 households, Ukrainian officials said.
- On Monday, Russian forces launched 16 ballistic missiles and 269 Shahed drones at Ukraine's energy infrastructure, killing one person and cutting power to 550,000 households, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv received no early warning from partner countries.
- Western intelligence sharing has historically helped Ukraine counter Russia's devastating ballistic missiles and hold back Moscow's invasion, which began more than four years ago, but recent strikes have occurred without similar advance notice.
- The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the "massive strikes" on Monday, saying it targeted drone and missile hubs, data centers, and logistics facilities across multiple locations inside Ukraine.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied pausing intelligence sharing during a Monday visit to Uzbekistan, stating "There's been no pause" and disputing Zelenskyy's claims about the lack of warning.
- Zelenskyy stated Monday that Ukraine has welcomed every ceasefire attempt from partners and blamed the war's continuation solely on Russian strikes, as diplomatic efforts to secure peace remain stalled.
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No early warning, says Zelenskyy as Russia hits power grid again
Kyiv: Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure using ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday, October 19, adding that Kyiv again received no early warning of the attack from partner countries that previously shared their intelligence. Zelenskyy is grappling with recent Washington moves benefiting Russian President Vladimir Putin, including waiving US sanctions on Moscow and si…
Ukraine did not receive any prior warning from its partners about a Russian attack with ballistic missiles during the night, said President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday (19), after Moscow launched one of its biggest air offensives in recent months, leaving more than half a million homes without electricity. Exclusive material for subscribers. To have full access, access the link of the subject and register.
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