Russia launches massive aerial attack on Ukraine with cruise missiles and drones

Ukraine’s air force reported multiple strike drones were launched overnight followed by swarms of cruise missiles in the country’s airspace

Ukrainian forces shoot toward Russian positions at the front line in Kharkiv. Picture: AP

Russia on Friday launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine, involving dozens of cruise missiles and drones, the latest such strike aimed at crippling the country’s electricity system.

The Russian military targeted the Ukrainian power grid, energy minister Herman Halushchenko wrote on his Facebook page. “The enemy continues its terror,” he said.