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

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