Russian Airstrike Targets Ukraine's Gas Facilities

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched an overnight air attack on Ukraine's crucial gas production sites located in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions. The assault resulted in substantial damage, as confirmed by the CEO of Naftogaz, Sergii Koretskyi, on Friday.

Koretskyi conveyed the gravity of the situation in a Facebook post, highlighting that the attack represented the largest assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the war began over three years ago. The damage inflicted is considered critical, affecting a significant number of facilities.

The incident underscores the vulnerability of energy infrastructure amid escalating tensions in the region. The targeting of such vital resources is likely to exacerbate the already tense geopolitical situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)