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.
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