President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared a state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector following ongoing Russian attacks that have severely damaged critical infrastructure and left thousands of homes without electricity or heating amid temperatures plunging to -19°C.
In Kyiv, hundreds of buildings remained without heat even days after a massive strike, prompting emergency repairs and efforts to increase energy imports. Mayor Vitali Klitschko warned that the situation is critical for the capital.
Zelensky emphasized that emergency teams are working around the clock, while the government is considering measures to relax restrictions such as curfews due to extreme cold.
The attacks on energy infrastructure continue to be a central component of Russia’s military strategy, further intensifying Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis as winter conditions exacerbate the risks to civilians.
