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Ukrainian Forces Target Russian Power Station, Ignite Explosion

11/12/2025

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Ukrainian forces struck the Starobesheve thermal power station in Russian-occupied Donetsk Oblast on November 11, triggering an explosion and fire.
The attack disrupted electricity supply across the region.
The strike is part of Ukraine's energy warfare campaign against Russian infrastructure, intensified after Moscow's winter campaign damaged Ukraine's energy capacity.
Videos on social media reportedly show the explosion, while the extent of damage and casualties remains unclear.

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Ukrainian forces struck the Starobesheve thermal power station in Russian-occupied Donetsk Oblast on November 11, triggering an explosion and fire.
The attack disrupted electricity supply across the region.
The strike is part of Ukraine's energy warfare campaign against Russian infrastructure, intensified after Moscow's winter campaign damaged Ukraine's energy capacity.
Videos on social media reportedly show the explosion, while the extent of damage and casualties remains unclear.