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Ukraine accuses Russia of breaching energy ceasefire deal

Zelenskyy says Russia has continued striking energy infrastructure despite a proposed truce.

At a glance

  • Zelenskyy accused Russia of striking energy sites despite ceasefire announcement
  • Ukraine claims to have stopped its own energy attacks as part of the proposed truce
  • Dispute centres on energy infrastructure targeting

Ukraine has accused Russia of violating a proposed ceasefire agreement by continuing to strike energy facilities, according to President Zelenskyy. He stated that Ukraine had halted its own similar attacks as part of the arrangement.

The allegations suggest tensions remain over energy infrastructure targeting during the conflict.

Why it matters

Energy infrastructure has been a key target in the conflict, with attacks affecting civilian populations and winter conditions.

Original reporting

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