Drone Assault on Dnipropetrovsk
On January 19, Russian occupying forces launched a drone attack against the Dnipropetrovsk region. The head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Military Administration, Oleksandr Ganzha, confirmed the strikes, reporting that enemy drones were directed at the area and urging residents to stay in safe locations. This assault is part of an escalating pattern of Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure, which has intensified during the winter months.
This was not an isolated incident. Previously, on the night of January 10, Russian terrorists attacked the city of Dnipro with drones, causing a fire in one district and leaving parts of the city without power following explosions. Also on the night of January 10, Russian occupation forces struck Kryvyi Rih, with explosions reported across the city. Kryvyi Rih's mayor, Oleksandr Vilkul, urged residents to protect themselves and their loved ones during these mass Shahed drone attacks.
The Broader Ukrainian Context
These events form part of a wider campaign. On the night of January 8, Russian terrorists carried out a massive drone assault on the energy infrastructure of several Ukrainian regions. These coordinated strikes highlight the severe threat drones now pose to civilian safety and critical national systems.
The ongoing drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih, demonstrate Russia's continued aggression and its use of new technologies in warfare. Such actions have serious consequences for civilian security and the country's energy grid. In light of this, Ukrainian authorities continue to call on the population to adhere to safety measures and remain prepared for possible new attacks.