Russia Launches Massive Overnight Missile and Drone Barrage on Kyiv, Energy Grid
Overnight Russian strikes targeted Kyiv's energy infrastructure ahead of trilateral peace talks set for Abu Dhabi next week.
The day on the war
Russia conducted a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine overnight into Saturday, November 7, primarily targeting Kyiv and its surrounding region. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported extensive damage to energy facilities in the Kyiv and Zhytomyr regions, leading to severe disruptions in the capital's electricity, heating, and water supply systems.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia fired 36 ballistic missiles at Kyiv and the surrounding region, alongside 172 drones over Kyiv and 12 other regions. Ukraine's Air Force claimed to have intercepted 149 drones and four ballistic missiles.
At least six people were injured in Kyiv, and a kindergarten building in the Solomyanskyi district was destroyed. Russia's Ministry of Defense confirmed the strikes, stating targets included the Northern Bridge, an industrial facility producing Flamingo missiles, a power station, and an ammunition plant in the Kyiv region.
The attacks occurred just days before confirmed trilateral peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, November 10, in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy suggested the strikes were Russia's way of 'preparing' for these diplomatic discussions.
Along the front
| Sector | Development | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Zaporizhzhia | Russian forces established control over the village of Kosivtseve. | Field maps / Third War channel |
| Druzhkivka | Russian forces advanced in Ryzdvyanka and towards Plahodat. | Field maps / Third War channel |
| Kramatorsk | Russian forces advanced in the Oleksandrivka area. | Field maps / Third War channel |
| Sumy | Ukrainian forces established control over Pashivka. | Field maps / Third War channel |
| Kostiantynivka | 190 combat engagements were recorded on November 6, with fighting fiercest in this sector. | UA General Staff |
Strikes & the grid
| Location | What | Toll |
|---|---|---|
| Kyiv and Kyiv region | Russian forces launched 36 ballistic missiles and 172 drones targeting energy facilities, civilian infrastructure, and residential buildings. | At least six people injured, including a child; energy facilities damaged, leading to power, heating, and water outages; a kindergarten building destroyed. |
| Zhytomyr region | Russian forces struck energy facilities. | Large-scale power outage reported. |
| Belgorod region, Russia (Grayvoron) | Ukrainian drone strike hit a private home. | One person killed. |
| Saratov, Russia | Ukraine struck an oil refinery with a drone. | Fire reported at the refinery. |
| Oryol, Russia | Ukraine struck a factory with a Neptune missile. | Details on damage not immediately available. |
Diplomacy & talks
Russia-Ukraine-US Trilateral Talks. Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed on Friday, November 6, that trilateral talks with the United States and Ukraine will commence on Tuesday, November 10, in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Kyrylo Budanov, head of the presidential office, are expected to represent Ukraine. Ukraine's stated priorities for these discussions include security guarantees, de-escalation in the Black Sea, an energy ceasefire, and prisoner exchanges.
Aid & sanctions
Spain
Measure: Military assistance package
Detail: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new €437 million ($489 million) military assistance package after meeting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
Poland
Measure: Aid for energy resilience
Detail: Poland announced an additional 8 million zlotys for generators to strengthen Ukraine's energy resilience.
Germany
Measure: Proposed support package
Detail: Germany proposed an additional €100 million in support for Ukraine.
What we'll be watching next 72h
- Trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are scheduled to begin on November 10 in Abu Dhabi, UAE, focusing on post-war security, de-escalation, and humanitarian efforts.
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