It marks the latest in a string of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid, which Moscow insists is a legitimate military target. The strikes targeted seven regions across the country and took place on a major national holiday commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War Two. Writing on social media, Mr Zelensky drew parallels between the German invasion of the Soviet Union and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, referring to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime as “Moscow Nazis.
The latest Russian campaign targeting Ukraine’s energy grid began in March. Waves of attacks have forced authorities in Ukraine to impose rolling blackouts in several regions. According to Ukraine’s largest energy provider, DTEK, at least three thermal power plants were seriously damaged in Wednesday’s attack, the fifth on the company’s facilities in seven weeks.