Zelenskyy Accuses Partners of Failing to Warn Ukraine Before Russia Attacks Power Grid

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine was caught off guard by the Russian attack, which targeted its power grid. The attack, which occurred on October 19, 2026, is the latest in a series of strikes aimed at crippling Ukraine's infrastructure. The Press Trust of India reported the incident without additional specifics, while The Hindu highlighted the severe shortage of Patriot systems, which has increased Ukraine's exposure to Russian attacks. The Hindu also noted that the attack is part of an ongoing Russian strategy to disrupt Ukraine's energy and communication networks.