Ukraine Power Grid Down As Russia Launches Major Missile Attack

Yaroslava Sukach, 77, whose house was destroyed stands next to a crater following a missile strike on the village of Sknyliv, near Lviv, on January 15, 2025. Russia launched dozens of missiles and drones at the Ukrainian energy sector, Kyiv said on January 15. (Credit: YURIY DYACHYSHYN/AFP via Getty Images)

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting critical energy and gas infrastructure, officials reported Wednesday.

The major ballistic and cruise missile attack forced emergency power shutdowns in six regions during freezing winter conditions, reported the Associated Press.