Russian Missile Strike Disables Central Ukrainian Thermal Power Plant
A major thermal power plant in central Ukraine, operated by energy firm DTEK, was forced to halt all operations on August 18, 2026, following a significant Russian missile strike. The attack caused extensive damage to the facility's infrastructure, further straining Ukraine's energy grid. DTEK officials confirmed the shutdown, though specific casualty figures at the site were not immediately released. The strike is part of a broader Russian campaign targeting energy production and critical civilian infrastructure.
Date: August 18, 2026
Location: Central Ukraine, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: infrastructure
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Independent