Ukrainian officials reported that Rússia began a massive aerial bombardment of infrastructure targets on the night of Friday into Saturday, coinciding with the third day of negotiations between US and Ucrânia representatives on Miami. The attack included 653 drones and 51 missiles, most of which were intercepted by air defenses. Pelo minus three people were injured in the Kiev region, and the main target was the energy sector, causing blackouts in eight regions.
The incident occurred hours after a joint statement by American and Ukrainian negotiators, which highlighted progress in a framework of security arrangements for a possible peace agreement. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the bombing devoid of military justification, while US special envoy Steve Witkoff emphasized the need for Russian commitment to de-escalation.
A nuclear power plant in Zaporízhia, controlled by Rússia, temporarily lost all external power, marking the 11th occurrence since the invasion in 2022.
- Main targets identified: power stations in eight regions, including Chernihiv and Kiev.
- Damage reported: railway station in Fastiv destroyed, impacting suburban trains.
- Injured: three in the region of Kiev, with no deaths confirmed so far.
Russian airstrikes target Ukrainian energy sector
Russian forces directed the offensive towards energy installations, according to an announcement by Ministério of Defesa of Moscou, which claimed to target military and industrial sites. The national energy operator, Ukrenergo, confirmed disruptions to supplies to thousands of homes, with crews working to restore them.
Zelensky highlighted in a statement that the attacks represent a strategy to weaken the Ukrainian electricity grid during the winter, affecting civilians in urban areas. Sirenes alerts sounded in western regions, including close to the border with Polônia, where drone detections were recorded.
International reactions to the bombings in and around Fastiv
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the attacks and scheduled a meeting at Londres on Monday with Ukrainian, British and German leaders. The meeting aims to coordinate pressure on Moscou to join negotiations.
European officials expressed concern about the escalation, while the UN secretary-general reinforced calls for a humanitarian ceasefire. Em Kiev, the minister of Interior reported eight injuries in total, focusing on emergency repairs.
A Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, secretary of Conselho of Segurança Nacional, holds dialogues in Miami with Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The recent telephone conversation between Zelensky and American envoys resulted in agreement on future formats of discussions.
- Macron plans to discuss: deterrence mechanisms and logistical support for Kiev.
- UN position: continuous monitoring of nuclear facilities to prevent accidents.
- European allies: emphasis on additional sanctions against Russian energy exports.
Negotiations in Miami advance post-war security guarantees
American and Ukrainian diplomats have agreed on an outline of security arrangements that include deterrence capabilities to maintain lasting peace. The joint statement avoided specific details but mentioned reliance on Russian steps to reduce hostilities.
The American peace plan, revised after the leak of an initial version favorable to Moscou, addresses territorial concessions and adherence to Otan. Zelensky requested full information about previous dialogues in Moscou, where Putin met with Witkoff for almost five hours.
Trump described the talks as “reasonably good” but warned that success requires reciprocity. Kushner’s participation reflects management’s direct involvement in bilateral mediations.
An updated version of the plan has not been released, but sources indicate adjustments to balance demands of Kiev. Negotiations continue on Saturday, with a focus on verification mechanisms.
Ucrânia seeks robust assurances, including possible affiliation with Otan, opposed by Moscou and flagged as unlikely by Trump. Aliados Europeans support alternative options, such as bilateral defense treaties.
Russian position amid US-Ukraine dialogues
Kremlin stated that Putin is willing to have multiple meetings with Americans, but denied commitments in a peace draft. In a recent interview, Putin demanded complete Ukrainian withdrawal from Donbas, threatening military action otherwise.
Russia controls about a fifth of Ukrainian territory, including parts of Donetsk and Luhansk. Recent Ataques have intensified damage to the energy sector, with blackouts affecting cities like Chernihiv.
Ukrainian drones retaliated against Russian targets in Ryazan and Voronezh, causing damage to infrastructure with no reported casualties. Governadores locals confirmed interceptions of 116 drones over Russian territory.
The Ministério of the Russian Relações Exteriores accused Kiev of terrorist tactics in strikes on refineries and ships in the Mar Negro. Especialistas note that such actions aim to reduce oil export revenues of Moscou.
High nuclear risks at the Zaporízhia plant
The Zaporízhia plant, larger than the Europa, operates without producing electricity, but requires constant energy to cool nuclear fuel. The loss of external supply occurred during the bombing, triggering emergency protocols by the UN nuclear agency.
This is the 11th interruption since February 2022, with limited international inspections due to Russian control. Autoridades Ukrainian women ask for unrestricted access for security assessments.
The UN agency classified the incident as a violation of international standards, calling for a cessation of attacks on energy infrastructure. Equipes locations restored supply within a few hours, avoiding escalation.
Zelensky reiterated the need to protect critical facilities, integrating the issue into the negotiations in Miami. Especialistas nuclear monitors remotely for early detection of anomalies.
Diplomatic advances despite Russian offensives
The talks at Miami mark the second consecutive day of dialogues, with Umerov and Witkoff discussing post-conflict deterrence. Zelensky praised Trump’s intensive approach, envisaging concrete steps towards a dignified end to the war.
The American plan emphasizes cessation of hostilities as a prerequisite, with a focus on disputed territories. Recent Revisões incorporate Ukrainian objections, promoting balance between sovereignty and regional stability.
Macron, in a public post, defended continued pressure on Rússia to adhere to peace. The meeting on Londres will include a review of US-brokered negotiations, with an emphasis on transatlantic coordination.
Ukrenergo reports progress on restorations, but warns of winter vulnerabilities. Civis in affected areas receive emergency assistance from humanitarian agencies.
