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The technical aspects of the attack revealed a concerning escalation, with reports indicating the use of cruise missiles alongside hypersonic munitions that had previously been deployed by Russia. The widespread trajectory of the missiles, especially over western Ukraine, underscores the strategic intent behind this military action.
As outlined by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), five of Ukraine’s nine nuclear power plants had to reduce their operational output due to the fallout of these strikes—a significant concern for the overall energy supply. This predicament raises implications not only for Ukraine but also for neighboring Moldova, which may face electricity shortages.