Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, launching a series of drone and missile strikes that resulted in the deaths of seven individuals, including a child. Ukrainian officials report significant damage to energy facilities, prompting nationwide electricity restrictions as winter approaches. President Zelenskiy highlighted that Ukrainian air defense units successfully intercepted a substantial number of the incoming threats, yet the intensity of the assaults indicates a strategic aim by Russia to cripple Ukraine’s energy capabilities. This situation underscores the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the urgent need for enhanced air defense systems and international support, as Ukraine contends with a sustained aggression that threatens both civilian life and infrastructure.