Ukraine Strikes Back After Devastating Power Blackouts

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Ukraine and Russia just escalated their conflict in a whole new way — targeting each other’s energy infrastructure in one of the most intense overnight assaults yet. Kyiv and Kharkiv were left in total darkness after Russia launched over 450 drones and 45 missiles, crippling thermal power plants and even hitting facilities connected to nuclear power stations. Ukraine struck back, hitting Russian energy sites in Belgorod and Voronezh, causing widespread blackouts.  This video breaks down what happened, why it matters, and how this energy war could impact millions — especially with winter approaching fast. From nuclear threats to blackout warnings, here’s everything you need to know. WooGlobe Ref : WGA980770 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00blackouts in major cities, nuclear plants in danger, and over 450 drones in one night.

00:06This is the fiercest energy war yet between Ukraine and Russia.

00:10Saturday night, Russia unleashed a massive wave of missiles and drones,

00:15targeting Ukraine's power plants with relentless precision.

00:18Kiev and Kharkiv were plunged into darkness, streets lit only by headlights and flashlights.

00:24Two major power plants shut down completely, just months after they were rebuilt from earlier attacks.

00:30Ukraine's energy minister says.

00:32Kharkiv, Poltava, and Donetsk were hit the hardest.

00:35And strikes continued through the night in Sumy and Chernihiv.

00:39To make matters worse, substations linked to nuclear plants were also hit.

00:43Ukraine is calling this a direct threat to nuclear safety in Europe.

00:47By morning, power returned to most areas.

00:50But rolling blackouts are now scheduled for days ahead.

00:52Meanwhile, Ukraine struck back, targeting Russian energy sites in Belgorod and Voronezh,

00:57leaving thousands without power and heat.

01:01President Zelensky is urging tougher sanctions,

01:04saying Moscow must feel the cost of attacking civilians before winter sets in.

01:08This isn't just a war on the battlefield.

01:11It's a war for the lights to stay on.

01:13And with winter creeping in.

01:15This energy war could be just getting started.

01:17This is a war for the internet.

01:36This is a war for many people.

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