Zelenskyy vows retaliation if Russia continues power grid strikes
Ukrainian president warns of response to ongoing attacks on infrastructure as European leaders support Kyiv.
At a glance
- Zelenskyy warned Ukraine would respond if Russian attacks on power infrastructure continued
- The Ukrainian president called for an energy ceasefire during winter
- European security officials gathered in Warsaw to show support for Ukraine
- Disagreement has arisen between Ukraine and Trump over strikes on Russian oil facilities
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a security gathering in Warsaw that Ukraine would retaliate if Russia continued striking the country's power grid. He called for an energy ceasefire during the winter months, warning of consequences if Moscow refused to halt such attacks.
The statement came as European leaders expressed support for Kyiv. Tensions have also emerged between Ukraine and Donald Trump over Kyiv's strikes on Russian oil refineries.
Why it matters
Russia has targeted Ukraine's power infrastructure extensively during the conflict, affecting civilian populations as winter approaches. The statement reflects ongoing tensions over military strategy and international support.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldZelenskyy vows to retaliate if Russian strikes on Ukraine’s power grid continue
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