Russia's Assault on Ukrainian Gas Infrastructure: Strategic Strikes Highlighted

In a significant move, Russia targeted a key gas compressor station in eastern Ukraine, a crucial hub in the nation's gas infrastructure network, according to two industry insiders on Thursday.

The Ukrainian energy ministry confirmed that a critical energy facility sustained damage from the overnight attack. The ministry is currently assessing the scale of the damage incurred.

While specifics were not disclosed, this event underlines ongoing vulnerabilities in Ukraine's energy infrastructure amid ongoing tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)