Russian strikes leave 600,000 without power in Ukraine, Zelensky says
Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: October 14, 2026Country: Ukraine
World / International

At least 600,000 people across Ukraine are without electricity after deadly overnight Russian missile and drone strikes, Zelensky said. Critical energy infrastructure was hit in Kyiv, the capital region, and Kharkiv, despite Trump claiming a ceasefire in energy. Russia's defense ministry stated its strikes targeted Ukrainian military facilities, and Ukraine's air force shot down numerous drones and missiles. Zelensky stated Ukraine is ready to halt strikes on Russian energy sites if Moscow reciprocates.
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