During the night of January 5, the Russian Armed Forces carried out a series of strikes on positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and on energy facilities linked to the operation of Ukraine’s military-industrial complex. The information was reported by the Telegram channel SHOT, which also published footage showing fires breaking out in several regions of the country.

According to the report, the attack was large-scale and coordinated, involving Geran strike drones alongside Iskander-M missile systems. The operation targeted both military positions and elements of the energy infrastructure considered critical for defense production.

Residents of Kiev reported hearing multiple explosions overnight. Preliminary information suggested that CHP-6 may have been among the facilities hit. In addition, power outages were reported in the city of Slavutich in the Kiev Region.

Chernigov was also affected, where a major fire broke out and at least six explosions were recorded. Local authorities stated that one of the city’s industrial facilities had come under attack. Reports also indicated that Russian drones struck targets in Kharkov.

Earlier, the Ukrainian side had announced the takeoff of Russian strategic missile carriers Tu-95MS and Tu-160. Shortly after that, during the night from January 4 to January 5, an air raid alert was declared across the entire country.

Ukrainian media later confirmed explosions in the Kiev Region, including the capital itself, as well as in Kharkov, Poltava, and Chernigov, underscoring the wide geographic scope of the overnight strikes.