Moscow and Kyiv Trade Strikes on Infrastructure and Energy Sites
Between September 25 and 26, Russian attacks hit Ukrainian port, transport, and telecommunications facilities, including two Kyiv data centers and logistics sites in Odesa, Vylkove, and Maiaky. Ukrainian officials said 335 drones were launched across the country in 24 hours, while Russia reported downing 645 Ukrainian drones over 14 regions. Fires were reported at the Ilsky and Afipsky refineries in Krasnodar Krai, and the Azov Optical-Mechanical Plant was also targeted.
Russian strikes on 25–26 September hit Ukrainian port, transport and telecom sites. Kyiv's DataGroup and Cosmonova data centers were struck; the latter reportedly supported mobile internet and Starlink links. Odesa's Epicentr and Nova Poshta hubs, a Vylkove port facility and a Maiaky bridge were targeted. Ukraine reported 335 drones in 24 hours, over 126 jet-powered; Russia said it downed 645 Ukrainian drones over 14 regions.
Fires occurred at Krasnodar Krai's Ilsky and Afipsky refineries, while the Azov Optical-Mechanical Plant was attacked. Moscow also claimed strikes on HAVI Logistics in Trebukhiv and Fire Point in Boryspil, where Honeywell engines for Flamingo missiles were allegedly stored.
The strikes could disrupt internet, mobile and satellite connectivity for civilians and military users in Kyiv, while port and logistics damage may affect shipping, supply chains and local employment in Odesa region. Refinery fires in Krasnodar Krai may raise local environmental and fuel-supply concerns. Escalating drone exchanges may increase strain on air defenses, emergency services and residents' sense of