7 Highlights

• Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine.
• The attack targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure causing blackouts.
• • Ukrainian forces shot down 140 air targets during the assault.
  • Civilians were reported dead or injured in the attacks.
  • Poland and Romania scrambled fighter jets in response.
  • Ukraine requests more air defense from Western allies.
  • The conflict, ongoing since February 2022, strains both sides.