Escalating Strikes: Russian Assault on Kremenchuk's Infrastructure

Russian forces conducted an air strike on infrastructure in Kremenchuk, Ukraine, leading to power and water disruptions. The city, a major industrial hub, has been a frequent target of missile strikes. The recent attack is part of intensified efforts to weaken Ukraine's morale and disrupt its industry ahead of winter.

Russian forces have escalated their assault on Kremenchuk's infrastructure, launching an overnight air strike that has resulted in significant power and water outages, according to the city's mayor, Vitalii Maletskyi.

Kremenchuk, situated on the Dnipro River and home to one of Ukraine's largest oil refineries, is a key industrial hub and has been consistently targeted by Russian missiles.

The latest attack comes as part of Russia's intensified strategy to undermine Ukraine's public morale and disrupt industrial activities, especially with the country bracing for winter. Although details of the strike's consequences and the subsequent damage remain undisclosed, city services are working to restore electricity, water, and heating.

(With inputs from agencies.)