Mass drone attack on Ukraine, alarms in Poland: Two airports closed
A massive drone attack by Russia on Ukraine's energy infrastructure led to widespread power outages, prompting alarms in Poland and the closure of two airports.
In the early hours, Russia launched a large-scale drone attack targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing significant power outages across many regions. The Ukrainian state operator Ukrenergo reported ongoing attacks, stating that restoration efforts would begin as soon as the security situation allowed. The attacks were widespread and included areas in western Ukraine, which heightened security concerns in neighboring Poland.
The Ukrainian military reported drone activity around 5:30 AM local time, particularly near the city of Hodoriv in the Lviv region. Shortly afterward, explosions were heard in Burštin, which is in the Ivano-Frankivsk region. Concerns escalated when Maksim Kozitski, the governor of Lviv Oblast, warned about a "new threat" in the area, noting that rockets had been detected in the adjacent Ternopil region. This escalation has raised alarms not only in Ukraine but also in Poland, which resulted in the temporary closure of two airports as a precautionary measure.
This latest assault signifies an ongoing strategic offensive by Russia against Ukraine's critical infrastructure, reflecting the continuing tense situation in the region. The implications of these attacks extend beyond Ukraine, impacting the security and preparedness of neighboring countries, including Poland, as they remain vigilant against potential spillovers from the conflict.