Blackouts and water shortages in Kyiv after Russia strikes Ukraine’s energy grid
Summary
Russia launched 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles at Kyiv and nearby regions, damaging energy infrastructure and disrupting electricity, water and heating. The attack came days before planned Russia-Ukraine-U.S. peace talks in Abu Dhabi, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine needs security guarantees and warned against leaving the country isolated.Key Facts
- Ukraine said five people were injured, including a 14-year-old girl.
- Strikes hit substations in five regions, including one linking two nuclear power plants to Kyiv.
- Kyiv’s Northern Bridge closed while crews repaired damage to its road surface and power lines.
- Residents in Kyiv had faced day-long power cuts and water interruptions during the preceding week.
- Negotiators from Russia, Ukraine and the United States were scheduled to meet in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Zelenskyy criticized the proposed peace framework and said broader European security talks should follow an end to the war and meaningful guarantees for Ukraine.
- Russia’s defense ministry said its Saturday strikes targeted energy and transport sites.
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