A power station in the Ukrainian capital was destroyed by a ballistic missile strike from Russia, leading to massive explosions. The attack caused widespread devastation in Kyiv, with fires lighting up the night sky. Despite claims of nearing a diplomatic solution by Vladimir Putin’s envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, the reality on the ground tells a different story, as death and destruction continue to strike the city amidst Russian aggression.
In response, Donald Trump expressed intentions to seek support from Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is seen as an ally of Putin, to halt the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Trump emphasized the importance of collaboration with China on resolving the war through various means, including oil and energy. The statement came following the imposition of new US sanctions targeting Russia’s major oil companies to pressure Putin economically.
The recent overnight attack targeted the CHP-6 power plant in Kyiv, disrupting hot water heating services. Additionally, a kindergarten was damaged, and a warehouse complex was set ablaze, resulting in casualties from missile and drone strikes on the capital. Proponents of the Russian invasion have advocated for cutting off Ukraine’s electricity supply.
Elsewhere, in the Dnipropetrovsk region, two individuals lost their lives, and several others were injured as residential properties were damaged. This incident followed previous casualties in Kherson due to Russian strikes, which included ballistic missiles and drones. In a retaliatory move, Ukraine launched attacks on a key electricity transmission link to Moscow, causing explosions in Volgograd. Reports also indicated Ukrainian strikes on a dam in Russia’s Belgorod region using HIMARS missiles.
Amidst escalating tensions, concerns among Moscow diplomats have risen due to Trump’s latest oil sanctions, aimed at weakening Russia’s revenue sources. Despite efforts by Dmitriev to portray a diplomatic resolution as near, the conflict persists, with the Kremlin dismissing Trump’s call to end the conflict on the current frontlines. The envoy commended President Zelensky for acknowledging the battle lines, indicating progress towards a potential diplomatic solution.