Russia prepares massive strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure
The Russian Ministry of Defence has announced it is preparing a series of massive strikes targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This planned escalation is framed as retaliation for a recent, ongoing drone campaign conducted by Ukrainian forces against Russian territory. The announcement follows a period of heightened tensions and a recent deadly strike on a warehouse near Kyiv that resulted in 38 fatalities.
Date: August 31, 2026
Location: Nationwide, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: infrastructure
Severity: CRITICAL
Source: The Independent