As Russia pounds Ukraine’s infrastructure, Kyiv faces winter blackouts

As temperatures fall, residents of Ukraine’s capital face longer power and water cuts after repeated Russian strikes on energy infrastructure. Many are preparing for another difficult winter; others are leaving the city.

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Kyiv  residents are bracing for another difficult winter as Russian airstrikes  continue to target the Ukrainian capital’s energy infrastructure. Long and unpredictable power and water outages are disrupting daily life, forcing families to rely on batteries, portable power stations and improvised routines.

Energy experts say Russia is now targeting both power generation and key transmission lines feeding the city. Authorities are working to strengthen the system, but progress has been slow. Faced with worsening conditions and continued shelling, some residents are choosing to leave Kyiv ahead of the coldest months.

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