Overnight on January 14, Russian forces launched a significant attack on infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih, impacting over 45,000 electricity subscribers and leaving over 700 buildings without heat. The attack prompted the city’s water utility pumps to switch to emergency generators, resulting in lower water pressure. Despite the challenges, emergency crews were able to restore power to all affected customers by 7:30 a.m. local time, and the city’s municipal services were quickly brought back online. This attack follows similar strikes on energy facilities across Ukraine, including in Kyiv, where thousands have been left without heat amidst a severe cold front.
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Following a large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv, almost 6,000 apartment buildings, representing half of the city’s housing stock, are without heat, and the city is facing water supply disruptions. Critical infrastructure damage from the attack on January 8th and 9th, described as the most painful for the capital, has led to emergency conditions for city services. Municipal workers are prioritizing essential facilities like hospitals, while energy workers strive to restore electricity and heat. Kyiv’s mayor has urged residents with the means to temporarily relocate to areas with alternative power and heat sources due to the challenging weather forecast.
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Russian strike on Ukraine’s Kharkiv injures 25, that’s what we’re talking about, a brutal reality unfolding. We’re hearing reports of a strike, a direct hit, and the consequences are immediate and devastating: 25 people injured. This isn’t a theoretical discussion; it’s about human lives, about the physical and emotional scars left by such an attack. And yet, amidst this human tragedy, there’s a chilling denial.
Moscow denies the attack took place, and this is where we have to pause and consider the implications of such a statement. When Moscow denies something, well, history, recent events, and even common sense suggest that the opposite is likely true.… Continue reading
Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, officials say | Reuters. The situation, as reported, is incredibly grim, isn’t it? The news outlets are consistently reporting on the ongoing barrage targeting Kyiv, and it’s clear this isn’t just a minor skirmish. We’re talking about a significant assault, one that’s causing widespread concern and, undeniably, a lot of fear.
Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, officials say | Reuters. It’s difficult not to feel a sense of frustration when you consider the repetitive nature of these attacks. The reports of these attacks have become almost routine, with something similar happening frequently.… Continue reading
The recent wave of Russian missile and drone attacks has inflicted significant damage on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, impacting all major thermal and hydroelectric power plants. This has resulted in a substantial decrease in electricity generation capacity, while consumer demand remains high. Consequently, all available power is being allocated solely for domestic consumption, leading to emergency power cuts in several regions. Furthermore, the IAEA confirmed that Ukrainian nuclear power plants have been forced to reduce electricity production due to the attacks, highlighting the severity of the situation.
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The Russian Federation launched a night attack on multiple Ukrainian cities, including Ternopil, Lviv, and Ivano-Frankivsk, targeting residential buildings and critical infrastructure. The situation is most dire in Ternopil, where two residential buildings sustained damage, resulting in 10 confirmed deaths and 37 injuries, including 12 children, with rescue operations ongoing to locate individuals trapped under rubble. Rescue efforts involve extensive resources, including aviation, specialized teams, and psychological support, while authorities are also establishing support services for affected civilians and documenting evidence of war crimes. Other regions reported injuries and damage, including warehouse fires in the Lviv region and disruptions to heat supply in Prykarpattia.
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Following “the largest Russian attack,” all thermal power plants operated by Ukraine’s state-owned energy company Centrenergo were taken offline. The attack targeted plants previously damaged and restored, with multiple drones targeting them. Despite Ukrainian forces downing a significant number of drones and missiles, the strikes destroyed all restored capacity, leaving the plants generating no power. This marks a renewed offensive by Russia to cripple Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and potentially disrupt the upcoming winter season.
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The Ukrainian government building in Kyiv was struck for the first time in the war during recent Russian attacks, causing damage to the roof and upper floors. These strikes across the country resulted in at least four fatalities, including a baby and a young woman. Ukraine’s air force reported a record number of Russian drones and missiles were launched during the attack. President Zelensky condemned the “ruthless attack,” stating it was a deliberate crime aimed at prolonging the war.
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Infant among three killed in Russian attack that sets ablaze the seat of Ukraine government – the very words are a gut punch, aren’t they? To think of a child, an innocent life, extinguished in the brutal theater of war – it’s a tragedy that transcends political boundaries and evokes a profound sense of sorrow and anger. The fact that this happened in an attack targeting government buildings in Kyiv only amplifies the horror. It’s not just about the loss of life; it’s about the deliberate targeting of a nation’s heart, its very core.
The sheer audacity of such an act, the disregard for human life, it leaves you reeling.… Continue reading
UN: Russian attacks kill 232 Ukrainian civilians in June, the highest monthly toll in three years, which is a truly heartbreaking figure. It’s hard to process that such a number of innocent lives were lost, but the reality of the situation is devastating. It’s a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict and the immense human cost. The fact that June saw the highest casualty count in three years highlights the intensifying nature of the attacks and the devastating consequences for civilians.
UN: Russian attacks kill 232 Ukrainian civilians in June underscores the narrative of a military that seems to be struggling.… Continue reading
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