Ukraine strikes Crimea, biggest city without power; Putin acknowledges drone 'stream'

Ukraine has launched a series of recent strikes targeting key infrastructure across the Russian-held Crimean Peninsula, leading to significant disruptions. These coordinated attacks, primarily involving drones, occurred between June 21 and 24, 2026, hitting power plants, electrical substations, fuel depots, and vital railway bridges.

The strikes have resulted in widespread power outages affecting major cities like Sevastopol and other areas, with some regions implementing rolling blackouts. Additionally, Russian-installed authorities have been forced to suspend civilian fuel sales and restrict public transport, highlighting the impact on logistics and daily life.

Kyiv's military intelligence indicated these actions aim to isolate the peninsula and disrupt Russian supply lines, effectively seeking to turn Crimea into an "island" and a "zone of constant losses" for Russian forces.