Russian strike on Vinnytsia region damages critical infrastructure, causes power outages

Russian forces struck critical infrastructure in Vinnytsia region overnight on Sunday, October 18, causing damage and emergency power outages, according to regional governor Natalia Zabolotna. Zabolotna said critical facilities are switching to backup power sources where necessary, while energy workers are restoring supply, though the situation will remain unstable in the near term. On October 17, Russia launched one of its largest attacks on the region, injuring six people and leaving Vinnytsia city fully without power, with the main water pumping station also affected.