‘Massive attack’: Russian strikes cut power across northern Ukraine; repairs halted by ongoing drone assaults October 21, 2025 at 12:26AM

Thousands in Ukraine's Chernihiv region are without power following a significant Russian strike on energy infrastructure. Continuous drone attacks are preventing repair crews from restoring electricity to the regional capital and northern areas. Officials report a massive assault involving drones and ballistic missiles, with critical infrastructure relying on generators amidst ongoing efforts to fix the supply.