Russian attacks cause energy emergency in freezing Ukraine, says Zelenskyy
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared an energy emergency due to Russian attacks that damaged infrastructure, leaving many homes without heat and electricity in freezing temperatures. In Kyiv, temperatures dropped significantly, and hundreds of buildings lacked heat and power. Ukraine is working to fix these issues and import more electricity.Key Facts
- President Zelenskyy announced an energy emergency in Ukraine.
- The emergency was caused by Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
- Temperatures in Kyiv fell to -19 degrees Celsius (-2.2 Fahrenheit).
- Approximately 471 apartment buildings in Kyiv were without heat.
- Ukrainian repair crews are working continuously to restore services.
- Russian attacks have frequently targeted Ukraine's energy supply.
- Drone attacks have affected oil tankers in the Black Sea, involving US oil company Chevron.
- Kazakhstan has requested assistance from the US and Europe to secure oil transport routes following these attacks.
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