Russian missiles have struck power facilities in central and western Ukraine, Reuters reported on Sunday. The aerial assault, the fourth large-scale attack on energy infrastructure since 22 March, involved the use of long-range missiles launched by Russian strategic bombers in the Arctic Circle. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 21 of 34 incoming missiles, according to the commander of the Ukrainian air force. The attack damaged four out of six thermal power plants belonging to DTEK, Ukraine’s largest private electricity firm.

Boeing’s delivery delays are forcing American Airlines to cut down on its long-haul flights starting the second half of this year and into early 2025, CNBC reported on Friday. Boeing announced last week that it is expecting slower growth in production and deliveries of 787 Dreamliners on the back of shortages of key components. American Airlines is forecasted to receive three Dreamlines this year, down from the original six it expected, the outlet said, citing a statement published on Thursday. “We’re making these adjustments now to ensure we’re able to re-accommodate customers on affected flights,” the airline said. American Airlines will be suspending its flights from New York to Athens and Barcelona, Dallas to Dublin and Rome, and Chicago to Paris.

OTHER STORIES WORTH KNOWING THIS MORNING-

  • Stuck ships escape Baltimore Port: Four cargo ships that had been stranded in Baltimore Port for around a month have exited via a temporary channel. The port’s main channel is scheduled for reopening by the end of May. (Reuters)
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