For the second consecutive year, Ukrainians faced an onslaught of Russian aggression during what many have begun celebrating as Christmas on December 25th, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.
This shift from the traditional Orthodox date of January 7th symbolizes Ukraine’s effort to shed Russian influence. However, this year’s festivities were once again overshadowed by devastation as Russian forces launched a sweeping assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
On December 25, 2024, #Russia launched over 70 missiles and 100+ drones at #Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure during #Christmas. #Zelenskyy called it an ‘#inhuman‘ attack, with blackouts in #Kiev and casualties. This marks the 13th large-scale strike on Ukraine’s energy… pic.twitter.com/wLC6LtJQTM
— Ivan Kircanski (@KircanskiIvan) December 25, 2024
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack, labeling it “inhuman.”
He stated, “Every massive Russian strike requires time for preparation. It is never a spontaneous decision. It is a deliberate choice – not only of targets but also of timing and date. Today, Putin deliberately chose Christmas for an attack. What could be more inhumane?”
The attack targeted multiple regions, leaving many in freezing temperatures without heat or power. Reports indicate that over 70 missiles, including ballistic ones, and more than 100 drones were unleashed on Ukraine’s energy sector.
Christmas Under Siege- Russia Strikes Kyiv with 8 Missiles, 1 Dead and 12 Injured Just Days Before Holiday pic.twitter.com/EFsvLwTHl9
— BL Media Ukraine (@blukraine) December 24, 2024
Ukrainian officials confirmed that more than 50 missiles were intercepted, but several managed to hit critical infrastructure.
The city of Kharkiv was among the hardest hit, with half a million residents left without heating. Kyiv, the capital, and other areas also experienced widespread blackouts.
German Galushchenko, Ukraine’s Energy Minister, noted on Facebook, “Russia was massively attacking the power sector, and restrictions on electricity supply were in place.”
Ukraine’s largest private energy provider, DTEK, reported severe damage to its generating facilities. This marked the 13th large-scale attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure this year, exacerbating an already dire situation for civilians enduring a weaponized winter.
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink, denounced the assault, stating, “Russia’s Christmas gift to Ukraine: more than 70 missiles and 100 drones, directed at Ukrainian families celebrating in their homes and the energy infrastructure that keeps them warm. For the third holiday season, Russia weaponizes winter.”
This latest attack underscores the Kremlin’s determination to break Ukrainian morale through targeted strikes designed to cripple the nation’s energy grid.
Social media showcased chilling footage of explosions rocking Kharkiv, with Russian sources framing the assault as targeting “Nazi Ukraine.” The deliberate timing of the strikes, coinciding with Christmas, was no accident—a clear signal from Moscow.
Good morning, Nazis ️
The moment of a powerful Russian strike on Nazi targets in Kharkov (Nazi Ukraine)
11 explosions in 26 minutes pic.twitter.com/J3pqZA68Yz— Alexander Ivanov (@innova_center) December 25, 2024
However, this year’s festivities were once again overshadowed by devastation as Russian forces launched a sweeping assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Despite the devastation, Ukrainians remain defiant. President Zelensky praised the nation’s defenders and energy workers, emphasizing, “We will restore the maximum. Russian evil will not break Ukraine and will not spoil Christmas.”
Every massive Russian strike requires time for preparation. It is never a spontaneous decision. It is a deliberate choice – not only of targets but also of timing and date.
Today, Putin deliberately chose Christmas for an attack. What could be more inhumane? Over 70 missiles,… pic.twitter.com/GMD8rTomoX
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) December 25, 2024
While Ukraine’s efforts to intercept missiles and drones have proven effective, the country faces an uphill battle in securing its energy systems against relentless Russian attacks.
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