On February 22, 2026, Russia launched a significant barrage of missiles and drones across Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and residential buildings, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries, including four children. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that approximately 50 missiles and 297 drones were fired, emphasizing that 'Moscow continues to invest in strikes more than in diplomacy.' This attack, which occurred just two days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, has exacerbated the ongoing humanitarian crisis as millions face freezing winter conditions without adequate heating. Reports indicate that the strikes have specifically targeted energy and rail infrastructure, with blasts heard in Kyiv starting around 4:00 AM (The Guardian, South China Morning Post).