Putin demands response to Ukrainian strikes on civilian infrastructure

The president characterized these actions as a tactical shift by Kyiv, suggesting that Ukrainian forces are targeting non-military sites as they lose ground on the front lines. The directive calls for a swift hardening of infrastructure to mitigate the impact of ongoing drone and artillery assaults, though specific defensive protocols were not disclosed during the session. These strikes represent a persistent challenge for regional authorities tasked with maintaining essential services while local populations face increasing risks to residential and utility networks.