Ukraine Counters Russia's Energy Assault | Lubbock News

Russia’s relentless aerial assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure—targeting Naftogaz facilities with over 300 strikes this year, including 13 in a single week—is part of a broader strategy to cripple heating and power ahead of winter, aiming to break Ukrainian resolve. As ground fighting stalls, both sides escalate drone and missile warfare: Ukraine fires long-range drones deep into Russian territory, even hitting online retailer depots, while Russia’s attacks claim civilian lives—including four overnight. The toll is staggering: nearly 17,000 civilians dead overall, with Ukraine reporting seven fatalities from its retaliatory strikes into Russia. Despite Russia exploiting Ukraine’s limited Patriot defenses, Kyiv is pushing back by developing its own ballistic missiles and forging new alliances with Europe to shore up air defense. A brutal stalemate unfolds as both nations race to outgun each other in a high-stakes arms race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c8ad815bcf7e74e2