Russia picked back up on its campaign to destroy Ukraine’s power grid over the weekend. Moscow targeted power facilities across the country on Sunday with missiles and long-range drones. This was one of the largest attacks of the war thus far, with around 120 missiles and 90 drones, lasting several hours. At least nine were killed in the offensive. The attack targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, and President Zelensky reported damage. Ukrainian officials believe that this campaign demonstrates Putin’s desire to destroy the Ukrainian state. Across the country, precautionary emergency blackouts were announced. Nationwide restrictions on energy consumption will begin on Monday. The total damage and its impact is not yet clear, but Ukrainian officials warn that Russia will likely carry out similar attacks over the next few weeks. 

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