Russian Drones Target Energy Facilities in Sumy

Russian drones attacked energy facilities in Ukraine's northeastern city of Sumy, causing significant strain on the region's power systems. No casualties were reported. Air defenses intercepted 16 drones, but the attacks led to power outages affecting over 281,000 consumers. Authorities have partially restored power.

Russian drones attacked energy facilities in Ukraine's northeastern city of Sumy, the regional authorities reported on Wednesday. Preliminary information indicated no injuries, though the repeated strikes have significantly strained the energy infrastructure, stated an announcement on the Telegram messaging app.

Regional authorities confirmed that air defenses successfully intercepted 16 drones during the overnight assault in the Sumy region. Officials also noted that Russia launched missiles targeting energy infrastructure after the initial drone strike, which resulted in power outages and forced the use of back-up power systems.

Ukraine's energy ministry revealed that the attacks on Tuesday led to a fire at a power substation and disrupted power for over 281,000 consumers. The ministry added that power had been partially restored.

(With inputs from agencies.)