Ukraine Imposes Nationwide Rolling Power Cuts Amid Russian Strikes on Energy Infrastructure
Russia's military campaign targets Ukrainian energy facilities, prompting nationwide power cuts to ration electricity.
Ukraine has implemented nationwide rolling power cuts for the second consecutive day as of Thursday, according to the state grid operator Ukrenergo.
This move comes in response to Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, particularly as temperatures drop across the country.
Russian forces have targeted gas facilities in eastern Ukraine early on Thursday, leading to significant disruptions in the energy network.
The conflict, which began with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, has seen continuous interference from both sides targeting critical infrastructure.
In addition to the current power cuts, Ukrainian authorities are urging citizens to limit their electricity consumption to manage the strain on the energy system effectively.
Russia's military claims that it launched a 'massive' strike using ballistic missiles and drones against various gas sites in Ukraine.
The CEO of Naftogaz, Sergii Koretskyi, reported hits and destruction across multiple regions, resulting in the halting of operations at several critical facilities.
In response to these attacks, Ukrainian forces have been increasingly targeting Russian logistics and refineries.
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for two high-ranking Russian military officials over charges of attacking Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, considering such actions a 'war crime' that causes excessive harm to civilians.
Kyiv has appealed to its allies for additional air defense systems to bolster protection against these attacks on critical national infrastructure.
This move comes in response to Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, particularly as temperatures drop across the country.
Russian forces have targeted gas facilities in eastern Ukraine early on Thursday, leading to significant disruptions in the energy network.
The conflict, which began with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, has seen continuous interference from both sides targeting critical infrastructure.
In addition to the current power cuts, Ukrainian authorities are urging citizens to limit their electricity consumption to manage the strain on the energy system effectively.
Russia's military claims that it launched a 'massive' strike using ballistic missiles and drones against various gas sites in Ukraine.
The CEO of Naftogaz, Sergii Koretskyi, reported hits and destruction across multiple regions, resulting in the halting of operations at several critical facilities.
In response to these attacks, Ukrainian forces have been increasingly targeting Russian logistics and refineries.
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for two high-ranking Russian military officials over charges of attacking Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, considering such actions a 'war crime' that causes excessive harm to civilians.
Kyiv has appealed to its allies for additional air defense systems to bolster protection against these attacks on critical national infrastructure.
