Russia continues strikes on Ukraine power plants despite ceasefire call
Systematic attacks on energy infrastructure in major cities continue despite a declared pause in hostilities.
At a glance
- Russian missiles and drones struck power plants in Kyiv and Kharkiv this week
- Attacks caused rolling blackouts and water outages in affected cities
- Strikes continued despite a declared energy ceasefire announced last week
- The campaign appears designed to pressure Ukraine's civilian population
Russian missiles and drones have continued striking power plants in Kyiv and Kharkiv this week, causing rolling blackouts and water outages across the cities. The strikes follow a declared energy ceasefire announced by Donald Trump between Moscow and Kyiv.
According to the Guardian, the attacks appear to follow a Russian blueprint aimed at making life unliveable in major Ukrainian cities. The strikes target Ukraine's power grid in what analysts describe as a strategy intended to pressure the Ukrainian population and drive the country toward capitulation.
Why it matters
The continued attacks underscore the intensity of the conflict and suggest military pressure on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure remains a key Russian strategy despite diplomatic efforts to establish ceasefires.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldAttacks on Ukraine’s power plants show Russia has given up on military victory
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