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Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Two dead in Russian attack on power station in Sloviansk

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Posted on October 30, 2025

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Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Two dead in Russian attack on power station in Sloviansk
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(Corrects 1st paragraph to say two dead in Sloviansk attack, not three) (Reuters) -A Russian bomb strike on a Ukrainian thermal power plant killed two people and injured others on Thursday in the

Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Two dead in Russian attack on power station in Sloviansk

Overview of the Sloviansk Attack

(Corrects 1st paragraph to say two dead in Sloviansk attack, not three)

Details of the Incident

(Reuters) -A Russian bomb strike on a Ukrainian thermal power plant killed two people and injured others on Thursday in the eastern city of Sloviansk, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.

Reactions and Implications

Zelenskiy, speaking in his nightly video address, described the attack in Donetsk region near the front line as "strictly terror". He said energy sites were the prime targets of overnight Russian drone and missile attacks.

Reuters could not independently verify the account.

Prosecutors in Donetsk region said Russian attacks on private dwellings in the city of Kramatorsk killed one person and injured three.

Sloviansk and Kramatorsk are certain to be key Russian targets in the slow advance westward of Russian troops through Donetsk region.  

(Reporting by Ron Popeski and Bogdan Kochubey; Editing by Cynthia Osterman)

Key Takeaways

  • Russian attack on Sloviansk power station kills two.
  • Zelenskiy condemns the attack as 'strictly terror'.
  • Energy sites targeted in overnight drone and missile strikes.
  • Kramatorsk also hit, resulting in one death and injuries.
  • Sloviansk and Kramatorsk are key targets in Donetsk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a thermal power plant?
A thermal power plant is a facility that converts heat energy, typically from burning fossil fuels, into electrical energy. It uses steam to drive turbines that generate electricity.
What is a drone attack?
A drone attack refers to the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to carry out military strikes or surveillance. These attacks can target specific locations or individuals.
What is energy infrastructure?
Energy infrastructure includes the facilities and systems that generate, transmit, and distribute energy. This encompasses power plants, transmission lines, and distribution networks.

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