Russia launched its largest missile attack since winter 2024 began, targeting energy infrastructure across Ukraine with 188 aerial targets, including 91 missiles and nearly 100 drones. Air defense intercepted 79 missiles and 35 drones, but 12 strikes hit power facilities, leaving one million citizens without electricity. Zhytomyr experienced complete blackout.
Putin announced serial production of new Oreshnik missiles while threatening Kyiv, as Netherlands delivered three Patriot launchers to strengthen Ukrainian air defense. By afternoon, Zelenskyy signed multiple significant laws, including 2025 budget and controversial tax increases.
Evening brought renewed drone attacks on Kyiv, damaging a polyclinic. The day's events followed the pattern of escalating aerial warfare seen in previous days, with Russia continuing to target civilian infrastructure while Ukraine enhances its air defense capabilities through Western support.