Russian Christmas Offensive Targets Ukrainian Infrastructure

Russia Ukraine War: Putin's Christmas Offensive Targets Energy Sources | Vantage with Palki Sharma

On Christmas Day, Russia launched devastating missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, striking energy systems and cities like Kharkiv and Dnipro. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks as "inhuman," highlighting their devastating impact during freezing temperatures. Russia's Defence Ministry claimed the strikes targeted critical infrastructure, but millions of Ukrainians are left without power or heating. As the war nears its three-year mark, the conflict escalates, with Russia vowing further retaliation. How will Ukraine and its allies respond to this latest provocation? Is there an end in sight to the suffering? Palki Sharma brings you the details. 25 December 2025