AP Top Stories October 22 A

Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow strikes Ukrainian energy facilities

Russian forces launched a wave of strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities on October 22, causing widespread power outages and leaving millions of people without electricity. The attacks came as Russia continues to escalate its war in Ukraine, and they represent a significant escalation in the conflict.

The strikes targeted power plants and other energy infrastructure across Ukraine, including in the capital Kyiv and the western city of Lviv. The attacks caused widespread power outages, and they also disrupted water and heating supplies in some areas.

The Ukrainian government has accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure in order to terrorize the population and force Ukraine to surrender. Russia has denied these accusations, and it claims that its strikes are only targeting military objectives.

Hurricane Roslyn makes landfall in Mexico

Hurricane Roslyn made landfall in Mexico on October 22, bringing with it heavy rains and strong winds. The hurricane made landfall on the west coast of Mexico, near the town of Santa Cruz.

Roslyn is a Category 3 hurricane, and it is expected to weaken as it moves inland. However, the hurricane is still expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds to Mexico, and it could cause flooding and landslides.

The Mexican government has issued a hurricane warning for the west coast of Mexico, and it is urging residents to take precautions.

US midterm elections: Democrats and Republicans make final push

The US midterm elections are just days away, and the Democrats and Republicans are making their final push to win over voters. The elections will be held on November 8, and they will determine which party controls the US House of Representatives and the US Senate.

The Democrats are currently in control of the House, and the Republicans are currently in control of the Senate. Both parties are hoping to gain control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections.

The midterm elections are always important, but they are especially important this year because they will be a referendum on President Joe Biden's performance in office.