On the night of February 9-10, Russian forces launched an attack on an energy facility located in Odesa Oblast, Ukraine, causing significant damage and resulting in a fire. Several settlements within three administrative units known as hromadas were left partially without electricity as a result of the strike. The assault on infrastructure is indicative of a broader strategy targeting Ukraine’s energy resources amid ongoing conflicts.

Oleh Kiper, the head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration, informed the public via Telegram that the attack was yet another incident of 'cynical strikes' directed at critical infrastructure. Primary damage was recorded at the energy facility in the southern region, affecting not only the energy supply but also an office building nearby. While there were no casualties reported in the immediate aftermath of this incident, the implications for local residents were severe, emphasizing the need for robust emergency responses and resilience plans for energy infrastructure.

In response to the attack, Kiper noted that backup power systems activated by generators had been employed to sustain electricity in critical infrastructure facilities. Ongoing response efforts aim to restore power and mitigate the adverse effects on affected communities. This event underscores the vulnerability of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and the persistent risks posed by military aggression, as well as the ongoing efforts of regional authorities to respond to such threats effectively and maintain essential services for their populations.