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Russia faces Ukraine casualties, broken communications and total oil ban

Russia faces Ukraine casualties, broken communications and total oil ban

Summary

Russia launched a large air attack on Ukraine coinciding with a visit from the French Defence Minister. Ukraine has responded by attacking Russian positions and attempting to hinder Russian advances. Both nations continue to inflict damage on each other amidst ongoing conflict.

Key Facts

  • Russia carried out a massive air assault on Ukraine on February 7, targeting Ukrainian cities.
  • These attacks happened during the visit of French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin to Kyiv.
  • Russia's earlier attack on February 3 coincided with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte's visit.
  • Ukraine downed many Russian drones and missiles but some caused significant damage to energy infrastructure.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported impacts on nuclear power facilities, including a plant shutdown.
  • Strikes have left many Ukrainian civilians without power, heat, and water, particularly in Odesa.
  • Ukraine responded by targeting Russian airfields and conducted a strike inside Russia at the Redkino Research Plant.
  • Ukrainian commanders reported higher Russian casualties than new recruits in January.
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