Russian Drone Swarm Plunges Ukrainian Cities Into Dark, Icy Blackout

A massive Russian drone attack has left two major Ukrainian cities without power during a deadly winter freeze. On Saturday night, dozens of drones struck energy facilities in the Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia regions. The strikes caused widespread blackouts. Critical heating and water supplies failed for many residents as temperatures are set to drop to -20°C (-4°F). Emergency crews are now racing against time to restore services. The attacks also halted operations at two large steel plants and severely disrupted mobile phone networks. Local officials describe the situation as critical. They urge residents to conserve power and check on vulnerable neighbors. The blackouts come during an intense cold spell, raising serious concerns for public safety.