VLADIMIR Putin has launched yet another devastating night of strikes on Ukraine, resulting in at least two fatalities and numerous injuries.

Various regions in Ukraine were targeted by Russian drones and missiles, with Kharkiv city suffering the most from the intense onslaught.

The fatalities occurred in Ukraine’s second-largest city, close to the town of Kupiansk, an area that has faced relentless Russian assaults for months.

Kharkiv regional Governor Oleh Syniehubov said at least 17 explosions were recorded in just 20 minutes.

Chilling images show the night sky lit up after several buildings were directly impacted amd left up in flames.

Putin’s evil forces are said to have knocked out power and water supplies across the country.

The southeastern town of Kryvyi Rih and the capital Kyiv were also impacted.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said air defence units had gone into action but there were no reports of casualties.