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Russia conducted a massive aerial assault on Friday, which Ukrainian officials described as the most devastating attack on its energy infrastructure since the war began.
More than 150 missiles and drones were used, striking targets across Ukraine and causing widespread power outages.
The assault, the second-largest on Ukraine since the invasion began, resulted in at least three deaths and 15 injuries.
Despite Ukraine's air defenses destroying around 90 projectiles, more than a third made it through, leading to emergency shutdowns of electricity in several regions.
Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, was left entirely without power.
The attack targeted Ukraine's largest hydroelectric power station, the Dnipro dam in Zaporizhzhia, causing critical damage and a massive fire.
While the dam's structural integrity was not compromised, officials warned of possible water shortages and urged people to stock up.
The attack also included advanced hypersonic Kinzhal missiles, highlighting Ukraine's increasing air defense challenges and the delays in Western support.
President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the consequences of these delays, calling for swift action from Western partners.
A $60 billion military aid package, including air defense funding, has been stalled in Congress, hindering Ukraine's ability to defend against such attacks.
Meanwhile, Ukraine has defended its recent attacks on Russia's oil industry, despite U.S. officials urging them to halt, citing concerns about global oil prices. Ukrainian officials maintain that these strikes are legitimate military targets and necessary given their current capabilities and resources.